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I was hoping for a simple explanation. &nbsp;A sentence or two.<br />
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I see, in layman's language, the nodes are configured into a tree structure. &nbsp;How are they traversed for maximum speed?<br />
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Does it divide the list and test the middle node to see which side of the list the target value is located? &nbsp;Then split that side in half, etc.?
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I was hoping for a simple explanation.  A sentence or two.

I see, in layman's language, the nodes are configured into a tree structure.  How are they traversed for maximum speed?

Does it divide the list and test the middle node to see which side of the list the target value is located?  Then split that side in half, etc.?

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I liked the visual example the best. &nbsp;Thanks.
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I liked the visual example the best.  Thanks.

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What is a binary tree and how does it work?<br />
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I am sure I worked with them years ago, but have forgotten the details. &nbsp;I use Borland's Pascal Database Tools, which I think was binary tree. &nbsp;Anyway, I never coded one and just want to be reminded of how they work...
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What is a binary tree and how does it work?

I am sure I worked with them years ago, but have forgotten the details.  I use Borland's Pascal Database Tools, which I think was binary tree.  Anyway, I never coded one and just want to be reminded of how they work...

What is a binary tree and how does it work?

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