Which Method of Determining the Efficiency of Algorithms Allows You

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which method of determining the efficiency of algorithms allows you to rate them independently of timings or instruction counts?

• A) elapsed time profiling
• B) byte-code assembly
• C) complexity analysis
• D) memory usage analysis

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Definitions:

Monthly Compounded

A method of calculating interest where the interest is added to the principal each month, resulting in interest earned on interest.

Nominal Rate

The stated interest rate of a bond or loan, not adjusted for inflation.

Compounded Annually

A method in which interest is calculated once per year and added to the total sum, affecting the principal for the next period.

Promissory Note

A promissory note is a financial instrument that contains a written promise by one party to pay another party a determinate sum of money either on demand or at a specified future date.