Which of the Following Sorting Algorithms Is the Fastest

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sorting algorithms is the fastest?

• A) Selection sort.
• B) Insertion sort.
• C) Merge sort.
• D) They all run at roughly the same speed.

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