The Code Segment Below Displays a Pattern of Asterisks

question 86

Multiple Choice

The code segment below displays a pattern of asterisks. Select an expression to complete the code segment so that the resulting algorithm has O(n) running time. for (int k = 0; k < n; k++)
{
For _______________________
{
System.out.print("*") ;
}
System.out.println() ;
}

• A) (int j = n; j > 0; j = j / 2)
• B) (int j = n; j > 0; j--)
• C) (int j = 1; j < k; j++)
• D) (int j = 1; j <= 10; j++)

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Definitions:

Regulated

Controlled or governed according to rules or principles, often by a governmental body to ensure fairness, safety, or efficiency.

Communications Decency Act

A section of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 aimed at regulating pornographic material on the internet, with significant portions later declared unconstitutional.

Indecent

Offensive, inappropriate, or not conforming to accepted standards of morality and decency.

Sexual Material

Content that depicts or discusses sexual behavior in a manner that is intended to stimulate erotic rather than aesthetic or emotional feelings.