What is the main idea behind the Bellman-Ford algorithm in dynamic programming?

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What is the main idea behind the Bellman-Ford algorithm in dynamic programming?
  1. To find the shortest path in a graph
  2. To sort a list of numbers
  3. To find the maximum flow in a network
  4. To compute the Fibonacci sequence

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the main idea behind the Bellman-Ford algorithm in dynamic programming?
  • Step 1: Understand that the Bellman-Ford algorithm is used for graphs, which are made up of points (vertices) connected by lines (edges).
  • Step 2: Recognize that these edges can have weights, which represent costs or distances.
  • Step 3: The goal of the algorithm is to find the shortest path from one starting point (source vertex) to all other points in the graph.
  • Step 4: The algorithm works by repeatedly checking all edges and updating the shortest known distance to each vertex.
  • Step 5: It does this for a number of times equal to the number of vertices minus one, ensuring that all possible paths are considered.
  • Step 6: After completing the updates, the algorithm can also check for negative weight cycles, which can affect the shortest path.
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