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Existing algorithms

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Existing algorithms refer to pre-existing step-by-step procedures or methods that have been developed and tested for solving specific problems or tasks.

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