A Palindrome Is a Word or Phrase That Reads the Same

question 20

Multiple Choice

A palindrome is a word or phrase that reads the same forward or backward. Consider the following code snippet: public boolean palindrome(String string)
{
Return isPal(string, 0, string.length() - 1) ;
}
Private boolean isPal(String string, int left, int right)
{
If (left >= right)
{
Return true;
}
Else if (string.charAt(left) == string.charAt(right) )
{
Return isPal(string, left + 1, right - 1) ;
}
Else
{
Return false;
}
}
What does the condition left >= right refer to?

• A) An empty or one-character string is considered a palindrome.
• B) The string is not a palindrome.
• C) It cannot be determined if the string is a palindrome.
• D) You have reached the middle of the string.

Assess the long-term sustainability of monopoly power under different conditions.

Understand the impact of monopolies on consumer choices and prices.

Explain the role of government and regulations in monopolies and market entry.

Analyze the economic effects of monopolies on market efficiency and consumer welfare.

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