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Quiz: Binary Search - How It Works and When to Use It

Pearson GCSE Computer Science 1CP2

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Building on what you've learned about algorithms and searching methods, let's test your understanding of binary search!

Multiple ChoiceInteractive

What type of data structure does binary search require?

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Which of the following are advantages of binary search? (Select all that apply)

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Binary search divides the list into {{blank0}} parts at each step and focuses on the {{blank1}} part where the target is likely to be.

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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Math EquationInteractive

If a sorted list has 32 items, how many maximum comparisons are needed in binary search?

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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typedAnswer

Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

Multiple ChoiceInteractive

What happens in binary search if the target value is smaller than the midpoint?

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Which conditions must be true for binary search to work? (Select all that apply)

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