# Implement a search algorithm for multiple records using backtracking

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Source: https://www.aced.io/questions/4304/search-multiple-records-backtracking
Source observed: 2026-11-05T00:36:36.412Z
Last checked: 2026-11-05T00:36:36.412+00:00
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# Implement a search algorithm for multiple records using backtracking

We provide this coding interview question through Aced, formerly Exponent. It asks you to implement a search algorithm for multiple records using backtracking.

## Question details

- **Interview area:** Data Structures & Algorithms
- **Question categories:** [Data Structures & Algorithms](https://www.aced.io/questions?type=algorithms), [Coding](https://www.aced.io/questions?type=coding)
- **Role:** [Software Engineer](https://www.aced.io/questions?role=swe)
- **Company:** [Lyft](https://www.aced.io/questions?company=lyft)
- **Reported last asked:** 2 years ago
- **Interview count shown:** 1 interview

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