What Does the "O" in Big-O Notation Stand For

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Multiple Choice

What does the "O" in big-O notation stand for?

• A) The "O" stands for "on the order of," which is a reference to the order of complexity of the work of the algorithm.
• B) The "O" stands for "Organization of," which is a reference to the organization of complex functions at work in the algorithm.
• C) The "O" stands for "on the ontology of," which is a reference to the structure of the algorithm itself.
• D) The "O" stands for "on the openness of," which is a reference to the ability to discern from code how the algorithm functions.

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