If You Increase the Size of a Dataset Fivefold, How

question 52

Multiple Choice

If you increase the size of a dataset fivefold, how much longer does it take to sort it with the selection sort algorithm?

• A) Approximately 5 times longer
• B) Approximately 20 times longer
• C) Approximately 25 times longer
• D) Approximately 100 times longer

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Definitions:

Straddles Demand

An approach that aims to meet demand efficiently by preparing for both overestimation and underestimation scenarios.

Average Unit Cost Curve

A graphical representation showing how the cost per unit of producing a good changes with variations in the volume of its production.

Optimum Operating Level

The level of operation at which a company or system achieves its best performance in terms of efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Diseconomies Of Scale

Diseconomies of Scale arise when a company or business grows so large that the costs per unit increase, leading to inefficiency and increased production costs.