The small dataset should test if the coder didn't hard coded the solution. The large dataset should test if the algorithm is efficient enough.
So if the solution is not hard coded and could solve the sample, it should be able to solve the small dataset at least. It's very frustrating when the output is correct for the sample but fails for the small dataset. And it's also harder to debug ... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Google Code Jam" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
