An iterative algorithm searches a sorted array. Which technique formally verifies that the loop maintains the array's sorted order and the search range narrows?

💡 Explanation

The invariant method using a loop invariant demonstrates the algorithm maintains the sorted order within the shrinking search range because the invariant condition remains true before and after each loop iteration, therefore verifying correctness, rather than other methods that focus on different proof aspects.

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