= Insertion sort
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Insertion sort is a simple and intuitive sorting algorithm that builds a sorted array (or list) one element at a time by repeatedly picking the next element from the unsorted section and placing it in the correct position within the sorted section. It is often used for small datasets or partially sorted data due to its efficient performance in such cases. \#\#\# How Insertion Sort Works: 1. **Start with the first element**: Consider the first element as a sorted section.
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