Edexcel D1 2011 January — Question 3 10 marks

Exam BoardEdexcel
ModuleD1 (Decision Mathematics 1)
Year2011
SessionJanuary
Marks10
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TopicMinimum Spanning Trees
TypeApply both algorithms and compare
DifficultyModerate -0.8 This is a routine Decision Maths question testing standard application of two MST algorithms with no novel problem-solving required. Part (d) asks for explanation rather than execution, making it easier than typical multi-algorithm questions. The algorithms are mechanical procedures well-practiced by D1 students, placing this below average difficulty.
Spec7.04b Minimum spanning tree: Prim's and Kruskal's algorithms7.04c Travelling salesman upper bound: nearest neighbour method

3. \begin{figure}[h]
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  1. Use Kruskal's algorithm to find a minimum spanning tree for the network shown in Figure 2. You should list the arcs in the order in which you consider them. In each case, state whether you are adding the arc to your minimum spanning tree.
    (3)
  2. Starting at A, use Prim's algorithm to find a minimum spanning tree for the network in Figure 2. You must clearly state the order in which you include the arcs in your tree.
    (3)
  3. Draw a minimum spanning tree for the network in Figure 2 using the vertices given in Diagram 1 of the answer book. State the weight of the minimum spanning tree.
    (2) A new spanning tree is required which includes the arcs DI and HG, and which has the lowest possible total weight.
  4. Explain which algorithm you would choose to complete the tree, and how the algorithm should be adapted. (You do not need to find the tree.)

3.

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\begin{center}
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\caption{Figure 2}
\end{center}
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\begin{enumerate}[label=(\alph*)]
\item Use Kruskal's algorithm to find a minimum spanning tree for the network shown in Figure 2. You should list the arcs in the order in which you consider them. In each case, state whether you are adding the arc to your minimum spanning tree.\\
(3)
\item Starting at A, use Prim's algorithm to find a minimum spanning tree for the network in Figure 2. You must clearly state the order in which you include the arcs in your tree.\\
(3)
\item Draw a minimum spanning tree for the network in Figure 2 using the vertices given in Diagram 1 of the answer book. State the weight of the minimum spanning tree.\\
(2)

A new spanning tree is required which includes the arcs DI and HG, and which has the lowest possible total weight.
\item Explain which algorithm you would choose to complete the tree, and how the algorithm should be adapted. (You do not need to find the tree.)
\end{enumerate}

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