To Find a Value in an Ordered Array of 50

question 38

Multiple Choice

To find a value in an ordered array of 50 items, how many values must binary search examine at most.

• A) 1
• B) 6
• C) 10
• D) 25
• E) 50

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Definitions:

Eardrum

A thin membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear and vibrates in response to sound waves.

Pressure

The force applied perpendicular to the surface of an object per unit area over which that force is distributed.

Stirrup

A bone in the middle ear, also known as the stapes, that plays a critical role in the process of hearing by transmitting sound vibrations.

Menopause

A natural biological process marking the end of a woman's reproductive years, characterized by the cessation of menstrual periods.