-What Is the Minimum Number of Comparisons That Have to Be

question 12

Multiple Choice

-What is the minimum number of comparisons that have to be made to find 18 using a sequential search on the list shown in the accompanying figure?

• A) 1
• B) 2
• C) 3
• D) 4

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Definitions:

Socially Optimal

A condition or outcome that is most efficient and beneficial for society as a whole, often considered in economic policies and strategies.

Tobacco Industry

A sector comprising companies that grow, manufacture, and sell tobacco products.

Equilibrium Price

The market price at which the quantity of goods supplied equals the quantity of goods demanded, leading to market stability.

Positive Externality

A benefit enjoyed by a third-party as a result of an economic transaction they are not directly involved in.