16.2.1 - Deleting a Leaf Node
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What happens when you delete a leaf node?
💡 Hint: Think about a node with no children.
Define a predecessor in a binary search tree.
💡 Hint: This node has no right child.
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What is the first step when deleting a leaf node?
💡 Hint: Think of a node with no connections.
True or False: A node with two children can be deleted by simply removing it.
💡 Hint: Consider what needs to be preserved.
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Consider the binary search tree with the following structure: 30 (root), 20 (left), 40 (right), 10 (left of 20). If you delete 20, what adjustments need to be made?
💡 Hint: Pay attention to the position of 10.
In terms of performance, how does maintaining a balanced search tree affect delete operations? Discuss your findings.
💡 Hint: Reflect on tree height and its impact on performance.
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