At Most, How Many Comparisons Are Required to Search a Sorted

question 7

Multiple Choice

At most, how many comparisons are required to search a sorted vector of 1023 elements using the binary search algorithm?

• A) 10
• B) 15
• C) 20
• D) 30

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Definitions:

Budget Line

A graphical representation that shows all possible combinations of two goods that can be purchased with a given income and prices.

Commodity 1

A generic term for a raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold, such as copper or coffee.

Commodity 2

Typically refers to a basic good used in commerce that is interchangeable with other goods of the same type.

Budget Line

A graphical representation of all possible combinations of two goods that a consumer can afford given their income and the prices of the goods.