Mastering Topological Sort
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Which of the following best describes the topological sort pattern?

  • It is used to find unique orderings of elements with dependencies.
  • It is used to find the maximum number of dependencies for each element.
  • It is used to find valid orderings of elements with dependencies. (correct)
  • It is used to find the minimum number of dependencies for each element.

    • In comparison to a total order, what advantage does a topological order offer?

  • It guarantees a unique result.
  • It offers more flexibility in sorting.
  • It provides a complete order.
  • It allows for multiple correct answers. (correct)

    • Which of the following is an example of a partial order?

  • Taking Mathematics whenever.
  • Sorting an array in ascending order.
  • Taking Mathematics before English I.
  • Taking English I before English II. (correct)

    • What is the first step in finding a solution using the topological sort pattern?

    <p>Converting the problem to a directed graph.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does a valid topological order exist?

    <p>If the graph is acyclic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a topological order?

    <p>A linear ordering of elements based on dependency rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is a linear ordering not possible in a topological sort?

    <p>When there is a cycle in the graph</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a cycle in a graph indicate in the context of topological sort?

    <p>A dependency loop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of topological sort, what does it mean for two elements to be valid options in the ordering?

    <p>Both elements can come after a certain element in the ordering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a real-world problem that can be solved using the topological sort pattern?

    <p>Process scheduling in a computer system</p> Signup and view all the answers

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