In a binary search algorithm, what happens if the middle element is equal to the

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In a binary search algorithm, what happens if the middle element is equal to the target?
  1. Search continues in the left half
  2. Search continues in the right half
  3. Target is found
  4. Search terminates immediately

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In a binary search algorithm, what happens if the middle element is equal to the target?
  • Step 1: Start with a sorted list of elements.
  • Step 2: Choose the middle element of the list.
  • Step 3: Compare the middle element to the target value you are looking for.
  • Step 4: If the middle element is equal to the target, you have found the target.
  • Step 5: The search is successful, and you can stop searching.
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