eli5 what’s the point of having so many sorting algorithms if the primary objective is to sort, i mean why can’t we just use one algorithm for all

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eli5 what’s the point of having so many sorting algorithms if the primary objective is to sort, i mean why can’t we just use one algorithm for all

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It’s like saying what’s the point of having so many different cars if the primary objective is to get from one place to another. Why can’t there just be one type of car?

Some people want to get there the fastest with no regards to fuel usage (memory usage).

Others want good fuel economy and can handle going a little slower.

Sometimes you have to handle transporting a lot of people so you’re limited to larger vehicles rather than driving multiple vehicles.

You may want a different car for road trips compared to daily commutes.