= Ski rental problem
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The Ski Rental problem is a classic scenario in the field of online algorithms and competitive analysis. It presents a situation where a person needs to make a decision about whether to rent or buy equipment based on uncertain future use. Here's a brief outline of the problem: \#\#\# Problem Structure: 1. **Context**: A skier needs to decide whether to rent skis for a day or buy them outright. The skier is uncertain about how many days they will use the skis.
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