9.1.2 - Comparison of Arrays and Lists
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Define arrays and lists.
💡 Hint: Think about how each type organizes its data.
What is the time complexity of accessing an array element?
💡 Hint: Consider that accessing an element involves direct indexing.
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What is the time complexity of accessing an element in an array?
💡 Hint: Think about how direct indexing works.
True or False: Insertion into a linked list is more efficient than in an array.
💡 Hint: Consider the flexibility of memory management.
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Design an algorithm that finds the middle element of a linked list in O(n) time. Discuss potential scenarios in which linked list usage would benefit over an array.
💡 Hint: How can you optimize your traversal?
Propose a way to implement an array that can dynamically resize itself when elements exceed its initial capacity. Discuss the time complexity of the resizing operation.
💡 Hint: Think about managing pointers during resizing.
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