If a Graph Had 16 Vertices of Odd Valence, What

question 55

Multiple Choice

If a graph had 16 vertices of odd valence, what is the absolute minimum number of edges that would need to be added (duplicated) to eulerize the graph?

• A) 2
• B) 4
• C) 6
• D) 8

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Definitions:

Nociceptors

Pain receptors; free endings of certain sensory neurons whose stimulation is perceived as pain.

Chemoreceptors

Sensory cells or organs responsive to chemical stimuli, involved in detecting changes in the chemical composition of the environment or body.

Nociceptor

A sensory receptor that responds to potentially damaging stimuli by sending signals to the spinal cord and brain, which is interpreted as pain.

Substance P

A peptide involved in transmitting pain messages to the brain and is involved in inflammatory processes.