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What type of space complexity does an algorithm with a space requirement that remains constant regardless of input size demonstrate?
What type of space complexity does an algorithm with a space requirement that remains constant regardless of input size demonstrate?
- O(n^2)
- O(log n)
- O(1) (correct)
- O(n)
Which space complexity category is associated with algorithms that grow their space requirement quadratically with the input size?
Which space complexity category is associated with algorithms that grow their space requirement quadratically with the input size?
- O(n)
- O(n^2) (correct)
- O(log n)
- O(n log n)
In which space complexity category would you classify a recursive algorithm for binary search?
In which space complexity category would you classify a recursive algorithm for binary search?
- O(n^2)
- O(log n) (correct)
- O(n)
- O(1)
What is an example of an algorithm that might use O(n log n) space complexity?
What is an example of an algorithm that might use O(n log n) space complexity?
Which space complexity indicates an algorithm that can generate an exponential number of subproblems or recursive calls?
Which space complexity indicates an algorithm that can generate an exponential number of subproblems or recursive calls?
Flashcards
O(1) (Constant Space)
O(1) (Constant Space)
The algorithm requires a constant amount of space, regardless of the input size. This means the space used doesn't change with larger inputs.
O(n) (Linear Space)
O(n) (Linear Space)
The algorithm's space requirement grows directly proportional to the input size. Doubling the input doubles the space used.
O(n^2) (Quadratic Space)
O(n^2) (Quadratic Space)
The algorithm's space requirement grows quadratically with the input size. If you double the input, the space used quadruples.
O(log n) (Logarithmic Space)
O(log n) (Logarithmic Space)
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O(n log n) (Linearithmic Space)
O(n log n) (Linearithmic Space)
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Study Notes
Space Complexity Categories
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O(1) - Constant Space: The algorithm uses a fixed amount of extra space, independent of the input size. Examples include modifying data in place.
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O(n) - Linear Space: The space requirement increases proportionally to the input size. An example is copying input data to a new list.
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O(n^2) - Quadratic Space: The space grows with the square of the input size. A 2D array of dimension n x n exemplifies this.
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O(log n) - Logarithmic Space: Space usage increases slowly, proportionally to the logarithm of the input size. This is common in algorithms like binary search due to the divide-and-conquer nature.
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O(n log n) - Linearithmic Space: Space usage increases proportionally to the input size multiplied by its logarithm. Common in some sorting algorithms (like merge sort) due to both input handling and temporary storage.
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O(2^n) - Exponential Space: This describes algorithms requiring an enormous amount of space that grows exponentially with the input size. Brute-force solutions to problems like the Traveling Salesman Problem often exhibit this. Recursive Fibonacci calculation storing all preceding values also demonstrates exponential space.
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Test your understanding of different space complexity categories in algorithms. This quiz covers constant, linear, quadratic, logarithmic, linearithmic, and exponential space complexities with examples. Challenge yourself and solidify your knowledge on this crucial topic in computer science!
