Intro to Algorithms
Approximation algorithms are strategies designed to find near-optimal solutions to optimization problems where finding the exact solution is computationally hard or infeasible. These algorithms provide solutions that are close to the best possible answer, often with guaranteed performance ratios, allowing for practical resolutions in complex scenarios. They are particularly valuable in contexts like combinatorial optimization and resource allocation, where exact algorithms may take too long to compute.
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