2 Algorithmically Superior Copyright © 2026 Pearson Education, Inc. 2. The system also sends data through several intermediary distribution servers before the packets reach clients’ phones. Calculations of the proper routing path for the packets become more complex as the number of intermediary servers increases. The computer scientist measures the time it takes to perform these calculations, as shown in the tables below. Which graph shows the function that would best model the data? A B C 3. Review the graph you selected with a partner. Discuss how you each decided upon the graph you chose. Compare your methods and reasoning. Summarize your discussion here. 4. Discuss these questions with your partner. Support each other’s learning during your discussion by making suggestions and considering each other’s reasoning. a. Based on the scientist’s data, which algorithm would be less energy-intensive to run? Explain your reasoning, citing evidence from patterns in the data. b. How might this affect decisions that the managers at the data center make?
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