Which of the following Big O notations is appropriate for the complexity of a search algorithm?(1 point)

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The appropriate Big O notation for the complexity of a search algorithm can vary depending on the specific algorithm being used. Here are a few common search algorithms and their typical complexities:

  1. Linear Search: O(n) - This is the complexity when you search through each element in a list sequentially.
  2. Binary Search: O(log n) - This is the complexity when you search in a sorted array by repeatedly dividing the search interval in half.

If you're looking for a general answer, it's important to specify whether the search is through an unsorted or sorted data structure, as that will influence the appropriate Big O notation.

If you provide specific options, I could help identify the correct Big O notation among them!