Sorting

Definition

Sorting refers to arranging a collection of items in a specific order, such as ascending or descending order, based on certain criteria.

Imagine you have a deck of cards that are all mixed up. Sorting them would mean arranging them in numerical order from Ace to King for each suit.

Algorithm: An algorithm is a step-by-step procedure used to solve problems or perform operations, such as sorting.

Comparison Operator: A comparison operator is used to compare two values and determine their relationship (e.g., greater than, less than).

Stable Sort: A stable sort algorithm maintains the relative order of equal elements during sorting.

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