# Convex versus nonconvex functions

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# Explain the differences between nonconvex and convex functions.

We provide this as a Machine Learning Engineer interview concept associated with Pinterest. The question asks candidates to explain how convex and nonconvex functions differ.

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- Role: [Machine Learning Engineer](https://www.aced.io/questions?role=ml-engineer)
- Company: [Pinterest](https://www.aced.io/questions?company=pinterest)
- Category: [Concept](https://www.aced.io/questions?type=concept)
- Reported last asked: 3 years ago

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