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In the selection sort algorithm, how is the array conceptually divided during the sorting process?
In the selection sort algorithm, how is the array conceptually divided during the sorting process?
- Into prime and composite number segments.
- Into odd and even indexed elements.
- Into equal halves that are merged later.
- Into sorted and unsorted parts. (correct)
What is the primary operation performed in each pass of the selection sort algorithm?
What is the primary operation performed in each pass of the selection sort algorithm?
- Finding the minimum element in the unsorted part and swapping it to its correct position. (correct)
- Merging adjacent elements.
- Dividing the array into sub-arrays.
- Comparing all possible pairs of elements.
Which of the following is a characteristic of the selection sort algorithm?
Which of the following is a characteristic of the selection sort algorithm?
- It is efficient for large datasets.
- It requires extra space proportional to the input size.
- It is simple to implement, especially for smaller datasets. (correct)
- It performs a large number of swaps, especially with nearly sorted data.
Consider an array with the following elements: [5, 2, 9, 1, 5, 6]. After the first pass of selection sort, what would be the state of the array?
Consider an array with the following elements: [5, 2, 9, 1, 5, 6]. After the first pass of selection sort, what would be the state of the array?
What is the purpose of the inner loop in the given C implementation of the selection sort?
What is the purpose of the inner loop in the given C implementation of the selection sort?
In the provided C code, what is the role of the temp variable?
In the provided C code, what is the role of the temp variable?
When might selection sort be preferred over more complex sorting algorithms like merge sort or quicksort?
When might selection sort be preferred over more complex sorting algorithms like merge sort or quicksort?
How does selection sort perform in terms of the number of swaps it makes, compared to other sorting algorithms?
How does selection sort perform in terms of the number of swaps it makes, compared to other sorting algorithms?
Flashcards
Selection Sort
Selection Sort
A simple sorting algorithm that repeatedly finds the minimum element and places it in the correct position.
Selection Sort - Working Principle
Selection Sort - Working Principle
Divides the array into sorted and unsorted parts, gradually growing the sorted part.
Selection Sort - Steps
Selection Sort - Steps
- Find the minimum element in the unsorted part.
- Swap it with the first element of the unsorted part.
Finding the Minimum Element
Finding the Minimum Element
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Swapping Elements
Swapping Elements
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min_idx Variable
min_idx Variable
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Selection Sort - Loop Structure
Selection Sort - Loop Structure
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When to Use Selection Sort
When to Use Selection Sort
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Study Notes
- Selection sort is a simple, comparison-based sorting algorithm.
- It sorts a collection by repeatedly finding the minimum or maximum element.
- The algorithm places the found element in its correct position in the list.
- It is easy to implement.
- Selection sort is preferred for manual implementation on small datasets.
How Selection Sort Works
- Selection sort virtually divides the array into sorted and unsorted parts.
- Initially, the entire list is considered unsorted.
- The algorithm identifies the minimum element from the unsorted part.
- It places the minimum element at the beginning of the unsorted part.
- The process repeats, growing the sorted part until the whole array is sorted.
Selection Sort Algorithm
- Treat the entire list as unsorted to start.
- Traverse the list from the first element.
- For each element, find the smallest element from the current position to the end of the list.
- Swap the smallest element with the current element to put it in the right place.
- Move to the next element and repeat until all elements are in order.
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