Constructing a Decision Tree: Explained!

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The discussion focuses on constructing a decision tree to sort a set of elements, specifically $a_1, a_2, a_3$. The decision tree visually represents the comparisons required to achieve the sorted order of these elements. Participants emphasize the importance of understanding the structure of decision trees in algorithm design and sorting mechanisms.

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Hello! (Wave)

In my notes there is the following decision tree:

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Could you explain me how it is constructed? (Thinking)
 

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It shows you which comparisons need to be made in order to sort $a_1,a_2,a_3$, as well as the result of the sorting in each case.
 

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