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What is graph theory?
What is graph theory?
Graph theory is the study of mathematical structures called graphs that are used to model pair wise relations between objects from a certain collection.
What are graphs and how are they useful?
What are graphs and how are they useful?
Graphs are a class of discrete structures useful for representing relations among objects. They consist of vertices (nodes) connected by edges. The theory about graphs can be used to solve a lot of important problems.
Who is credited with the origin of graph theory and what problem is it traced back to?
Who is credited with the origin of graph theory and what problem is it traced back to?
Leonard Euler is credited with the origin of graph theory, traced back to his work on the 'Konigsberg bridge problem' in 1736.
What was the first graph theory problem and where did it originate?
What was the first graph theory problem and where did it originate?
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Can you provide an example of a graph with its vertices and edges?
Can you provide an example of a graph with its vertices and edges?
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