A Data Mining Algorithm Is Unstable If

question 4

Multiple Choice

A data mining algorithm is unstable if

• A) test set accuracy depends on the ordering of test set instances.
• B) the algorithm builds models unable to classify outliers.
• C) the algorithm is highly sensitive to small changes in the training data.
• D) test set accuracy depends on the choice of input attributes.

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Definitions:

Chronic Malignant

Describing a condition or disease that is both severe, persistent over a long time, and has the potential to worsen or spread.

Chronic Nonmalignant

Describes a long-lasting disease or condition that does not involve cancerous cells.

Irrigate

To wash out with a liquid.

Saline

A solution of salt in water, commonly used in medicine as a simple electrolyte replenisher to treat or prevent dehydration.