Beginner Theory of Computation
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What does ε (epsilon) represent in formal language theory?

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The correct answer is B) The empty string (string of zero characters)

B

Correct Answer

The empty string (string of zero characters)

Explanation

ε represents the empty string. ε-transitions in NFAs allow state changes without consuming input. The set {ε} is not the empty language; the empty language is {}.

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