Beginner Theory of Computation
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What is a finite automaton (FA)?

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The correct answer is B) An abstract machine with a finite set of states, transitions, and a defined start and accepting states

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Correct Answer

An abstract machine with a finite set of states, transitions, and a defined start and accepting states

Explanation

A finite automaton (DFA or NFA) has a finite set of states, reads input one symbol at a time, and accepts if it ends in an accepting state. It recognizes regular languages.

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