The minimum number of edges in a connected graph with ‘n’ vertices is equal to

2010

The minimum number of edges in a connected graph with ‘n’ vertices is equal to

  1. A.

    n(n − 1)

  2. B.

    n(n − 1)/2

  3. C.

  4. D.

    n − 1

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Correct answer: D

To connect n vertices, a graph requires at least n minus 1 edges. This forms a tree structure where every vertex is reachable from any other without cycles.

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