Sorting
Karnataka Board · Class 12 · Computer Science
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Introduction to Sorting
- Sorting is the process of arranging elements in ascending or descending order
- Can sort numbers (numerical order) or strings (alphabetical order)
- Real-world examples: Dictionary words, examination hall seats by roll number, student records by height/weight
Bubble Sort Algorithm
- Compares adjacent elements and swaps if they are in wrong order
- Largest element 'bubbles up' to correct position in each pass
- For n elements, requires n-1 passes
Selection Sort Algorithm
- Divides list into sorted (left) and unsorted (right) portions
- Initially, sorted portion is empty, unsorted contains all elements
- In each pass, finds smallest element from unsorted portion
Insertion Sort Algorithm
- Divides list into sorted (left) and unsorted (right) portions
- Takes first element from unsorted portion
- Inserts it at correct position in sorted portion
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Sources & Official References
- Karnataka SSLC — kseeb.kar.nic.in
- Dept of Pre-University Education, Karnataka
- National Education Policy 2020 — education.gov.in
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