juniorGenetic Algorithms
What is elitism in GA?
Updated May 16, 2026
Short answer
Elitism preserves best individuals across generations.
Deep explanation
Top-performing chromosomes are directly carried over to ensure best solutions are not lost.
Real-world example
Keeping best delivery route unchanged.
Common mistakes
- Using too much elitism reducing diversity.
Follow-up questions
- Does elitism slow exploration?
- What is elitism rate?