What Is the Time Complexity of the Problem of Searching $\varTheta$

question 37

Multiple Choice

What is the time complexity of the problem of searching for a particular entry in a list?

• A) \( \varTheta\)(lg n)
• B) \( \varTheta\)(n)
• C) \( \varTheta\)(n lg n)
• D) \( \varTheta\)(n²)

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Definitions:

Contribution Margin

A department’s net profit, used to cover indirect expenses.

Gross Profit

The difference between sales revenue and the cost of goods sold (COGS), indicating the basic profitability of a company's core activities.

Indirect Expenses

Expenses that are not directly tied to a specific product or service but are necessary for the overall operation of a business.

Direct Expense

A cost that can be directly attributed to the production or sale of specific goods or services in a business.