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Advanced Algorithms · End Term · 24 Dec 2023 · September 2023 term · Set FDB1

Question 22: Consider the algorithm in the previous question. Does th…

Question 22

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Answer the given subquestions.

Consider the algorithm in the previous question. Does the algorithm always output an optimal vertex cover?

  1. A

    Yes

  2. B

    No

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Correct answer

  • B

    No

Question 22 of 24 in the IIT Madras BS Advanced Algorithms (Advanced Algorithms) End Term paper sat on 24 Dec 2023, in the September 2023 term (IIT M DEGREE FN EXAM FDB1 24 Dec 2023). It carries 2 marks.

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