The Merge Sort Algorithm

question 3

Multiple Choice

The merge sort algorithm:

• A) Can only be used on vectors of even length.
• B) Works by reducing vectors down to the base case of a two-element vector.
• C) Works by merging two sorted vectors into one larger sorted vector.
• D) Cannot be implemented recursively.

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Definitions:

Integumentary System

The organ system consisting of the skin, hair, nails, sweat, and oil glands, providing protection to the body.

Sebaceous Glands

Small oil-producing glands in the skin that secrete sebum into hair follicles to lubricate the skin and hair.

Ceruminous Glands

Specialized glands in the outer ear canal that produce cerumen (earwax), helping to trap dust and protect the ear from foreign particles.

Eccrine Sweat Glands

Glands that produce sweat for thermoregulation via direct opening to the skin surface.