The paper studies the problem of finding the k-th smallest element in a sorted array. The authors propose a new algorithm that runs in O(n) time. The algorithm is based on the following idea: 1. Find the median of the array. 2. Partition the array into two parts, such that the elements in the left part are less than the median, and the elements in the right part are greater than the median. 3. If k is less than the size of the left part, recursively find the k-th smallest element in the left part. Otherwise, recursively find the (k - size(left part))-th smallest element in the right part. The authors prove that their algorithm is correct and runs in O(n) time. They also provide experimental results that show that their algorithm is faster than other existing algorithms for finding the k-th smallest element in a sorted array.
Which of the following is a function of the Queen as part of the Westminster system? (I) Head of state; (II) Head of government; (III) Legislative power; (IV) Executive power;
What is a bill? (I) A law passed by a legislature; (II) A law passed by the government; (III) A law passed by the Prime Minister; (IV) A law passed by the opposition;
How long does a Parliament session last? (I) 5 years; (II) 4 years; (III) 3 years; (IV) 2 years;