A Sequential Search of an N-Element List Takes ____ Key

question 33

Multiple Choice

A sequential search of an n-element list takes ____ key comparisons on average to determine whether the search item is in the list.

• A) 0
• B) n/2
• C) n
• D) n²

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Definitions:

Assembly Line Worker

An individual employed in a manufacturing process who performs a specific task repeatedly on items moving from one workstation to another.

First-Line Supervisor

A managerial position responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and direct supervision of frontline or entry-level workers.

Role Conflict

A situation in which an individual faces conflicting expectations from different roles they occupy, leading to stress and difficulty in fulfilling those roles effectively.

Focal Person

The individual who is the center of attention or focus within a given context or situation.