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A problem is divided into three sub-problems. One of these sub-problems is then divided into two smaller sub-problems. What does this demonstrate?.
- A.A sub-problem can itself be further subdivided
- B.Only the original problem can be decomposed
- C.Decomposition must produce exactly three sub-problems
- D.A sub-problem cannot have an identifiable task
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- A sub-problem can itself be further subdivided
Explanation
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Procedural decomposition allows a sub-problem to be further subdivided when necessary.
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