The following code implements a simple linear search. In [1]: def linear_search(data, search_key):
)..: for index, value in enumerate(data):
)..: if value == search_key:
)..: return ***
)..: return -1
)..:
)..:
In the statement return ***, what should replace *** to indicate where the search key was found?
A) data
B) search_key
C) index
D) None of the above

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The variable "index" holds the index of the element where the search key was found. Therefore, it should be returned to indicate where the search key was found.

The Following Code Implements a Simple Linear Search