For the Graph Below, What Is the Cost of the Hamiltonian

question 8

Multiple Choice

For the graph below, what is the cost of the Hamiltonian circuit obtained by using the nearest-neighbor algorithm, starting at C?

• A) 215
• B) 220
• C) 235
• D) 295

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