28.5.3 - GC Phases
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What is the main purpose of the Mark phase in garbage collection?
💡 Hint: Think about what determines if an object can be collected.
Name one action that occurs during the Sweep phase.
💡 Hint: What happens to objects that are not in use?
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What does the Mark phase do?
💡 Hint: Consider the initial step in managing memory.
Is the Sweep phase concerned with reclaiming memory from marked objects?
💡 Hint: Think about what 'sweep' implies in this context.
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Analyze the consequences of skipping the Compact phase after the Sweep phase in a high-load application. What issues could arise?
💡 Hint: Think about how fragmentation might affect the availability of memory.
Create a scenario where the GC phases would interact to prevent a memory leak. Explain.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the lifecycle of frequently created objects.
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