The ____ Case of an Algorithm Requires the Least Work

question 8

Multiple Choice

The ____ case of an algorithm requires the least work.

• A)best
• B)worst
• C)smallest
• D)largest

---

Definitions:

α-Helix

An α-Helix is a common motif in the secondary structure of proteins, characterized by a right-handed coil with each amino acid residue linked by hydrogen bonds.

Fibrous Protein

Proteins with a long, filamentous shape, such as collagen or keratin, which provide structural support for cells and tissues.

Elasticity

The ability of a material to resume its normal shape after being stretched or compressed, a key property in both biological and synthetic materials.

Hydrophobic Interactions

The tendency of hydrophobic substances to cluster together due to strong cohesive interactions among surrounding water molecules.