Which Sort Algorithm Starts by Cutting the Array in Half

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which sort algorithm starts by cutting the array in half and then recursively sorts each half?

• A) insertion sort
• B) selection sort
• C) merge sort
• D) quicksort

---

Definitions:

Range

A measure of variability. The difference between the highest score and the lowest score.

Nominal Scale

A classification system that categorizes data into discrete categories without any numeric or ordered value.

Central Tendency

A statistical measure that identifies a single value as representative of a data set, like the mean, median, or mode.

Measure

A tool or method used to quantify the characteristics or properties of subjects under investigation.