Suppose the Binary Search Algorithm Was Being Used to Search

question 43

Short Answer

Suppose the binary search algorithm was being used to search for the entry Tom in the list
Nathan,Oliver,Pat,Quincy,Rodger,Stan,Tom
A.What would be the first entry in the list to be considered? _____________
B.What would be the second entry in the list to be considered? _____________

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Definitions:

Anionic Polymerization

A type of polymerization that involves the polymer growth through an anion active center, usually initiated by a strong base.

BuLi

Butyllithium, a strong base and nucleophile used in organic synthesis to deprotonate compounds or to initiate polymerization.

PhOH

Phenol, an aromatic compound with the formula C6H5OH, known for its antiseptic properties.

Reactive Intermediate

A reactive intermediate is a short-lived, high-energy molecule formed during the conversion of reactants into products in a chemical reaction.