Title: Quiz: Shor S Algorithm Quiz
Course: Quantum_Computing > Section: Module7

Q: Who developed Shor's Algorithm?
- Alan Turing
- Peter Shor
- Richard Feynman
- John von Neumann
A: Peter Shor

Q: What is the primary purpose of Shor's Algorithm?
- To enhance classical computing speed
- To factor large integers efficiently
- To improve data encryption methods
- To create quantum-resistant algorithms
A: To factor large integers efficiently

Q: When was Shor's Algorithm introduced?
- 1984
- 1994
- 2004
- 2014
A: 1994

Q: How does Shor's Algorithm differ from classical factoring methods?
- It uses classical parallelism
- It operates in polynomial time
- It requires more computational resources
- It is less efficient than classical methods
A: It operates in polynomial time

Q: Why is the period-finding step crucial in Shor's Algorithm?
- It determines the size of the quantum computer needed
- It allows for the identification of the factors of \( N \)
- It simplifies the selection of the integer \( a \)
- It eliminates the need for classical methods
A: It allows for the identification of the factors of \( N \)

Q: What potential impact does Shor's Algorithm have on cryptographic systems like RSA?
- It strengthens their security
- It has no impact
- It could compromise their security
- It makes them more complex
A: It could compromise their security

Q: Which of the following concepts is NOT utilized in Shor's Algorithm?
- Quantum superposition
- Quantum entanglement
- Classical parallelism
- Quantum Fourier transform
A: Classical parallelism

Q: How does Shor's Algorithm serve as a benchmark for quantum computing?
- By demonstrating the limitations of quantum systems
- By providing a clear example of a problem solvable exponentially faster
- By comparing quantum and classical algorithms equally
- By proving that classical methods are superior
A: By providing a clear example of a problem solvable exponentially faster