10.2 - Delete Maximum Operation
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What is the time complexity for deleting the maximum element in a max heap?
💡 Hint: Think about the number of swap operations needed.
Where is the maximum element located in a max heap?
💡 Hint: It's the starting point of the heap.
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Where is the maximum value located in a max heap?
💡 Hint: It's the starting point of the heap.
What is the complexity of the delete maximum operation?
💡 Hint: Consider how many nodes you might have to swap.
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Given a max heap with values [30, 20, 15, 5, 10], delete the maximum value and show the resulting heap.
💡 Hint: Draw the heap to better visualize the changes.
Explain a real-world application of a max heap and justify why its properties are beneficial in that context.
💡 Hint: Think about situations where urgent tasks need immediate attention.
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