1.5 - Dynamic Memory Management
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Practice Questions
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What is dynamic memory allocation?
💡 Hint: Think about when you need memory while the program runs.
What does malloc do in C?
💡 Hint: Consider what function can help in runtime memory requests.
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What distinguishes dynamic memory from static memory?
💡 Hint: Think about when the memory is set up in terms of program execution.
True or False: Smart pointers automatically manage memory in C++.
💡 Hint: Consider how these pointers differ from regular pointers.
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Design a C++ function that takes an integer as an argument and returns an array of that size, filled with its squares. Ensure to manage memory correctly.
💡 Hint: Remember to deallocate memory after using this function!
In a scenario where you are experiencing memory leaks in your program, outline a debugging strategy to locate and fix these leaks.
💡 Hint: Focus on tools that help visualize memory usage.
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