To solve the problem of finding the maximum number of non-overlapping intervals, we can use a greedy algorithm—a classic approach for interval scheduling maximization. Here's a step-by-step breakdown of the solution:
The goal is to select the largest subset of intervals such that no two intervals overlap. The greedy choice here is to prioritize intervals that end the earliest, as this leaves the maximum remaining time for subsequent intervals.
Sort Intervals by End Time:
This is the core of the solution. By sorting intervals based on their end times, we ensure we always consider the interval that frees up time the earliest first.
Greedy Selection:
Return Result:
The count of selected intervals is the maximum number of non-overlapping intervals.
Here's a Python implementation of the approach:
def max_non_overlapping_intervals(intervals):
if not intervals:
return 0
# Step1: Sort intervals by their end times
intervals.sort(key=lambda x: x[1])
count = 1
last_end = intervals[0][1]
# Step2: Iterate and select non-overlapping intervals
for start, end in intervals[1:]:
if start >= last_end:
count +=1
last_end = end
return count
For example:
If intervals are [[1,3], [2,4], [3,5]], sorting by end time gives [[1,3], [2,4], [3,5]]. The algorithm selects [1,3] → then [3,5] (since it starts at 3 ≥ last end 3), resulting in 2 non-overlapping intervals (correct).
This approach guarantees the maximum number of non-overlapping intervals and is widely used in interval scheduling problems.
Answer: The maximum number of non-overlapping intervals is found using the greedy algorithm described above, with the implementation provided. For any input list of intervals, the function returns the correct count. For example, if the input is [[1,3],[2,4],[3,5]], the output is 2.
Final Answer (for a general case): The function max_non_overlapping_intervals returns the desired result. For a concrete input, substitute the intervals and compute using the steps.
Example: max_non_overlapping_intervals([[1,3],[2,4],[3,5]]) → 2.
\boxed{2} (for the example given)
For the general problem, the code will output the correct value based on input. However, if you need to provide a boxed answer for a specific input, replace 2 with the result of your input.
If no specific input is given, the approach is the solution. But since the problem expects a boxed answer, assuming a common example: \boxed{2} (as in the example).
But if the problem expects the algorithm's result for any input, the answer is the function's output. However, per standard practice, the boxed value is the result of the example.
\boxed{2}
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