16.2.4 - Handling Complex Deletions
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What happens when we insert a duplicate value into the search tree?
💡 Hint: Think about the rules for maintaining order.
What signifies a leaf node in a binary tree?
💡 Hint: Consider what a tree looks like when it ends.
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What should be done when a duplicate value is inserted?
💡 Hint: Think about the purpose of a search tree.
True or False: A node can be deleted without considering its children.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the process of tree modifications.
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Consider a search tree where you insert values 50, 30, 70, 20, 40, 60, and 80. After deletion of 70, explain how to maintain the structure of the tree.
💡 Hint: What happens to the parent's and children's links?
Given a scenario where you delete the root node of a tree that has both left and right children, explain the step-by-step process considering two possible replacements (predecessor and successor).
💡 Hint: What balancing techniques can be employed to keep the tree efficient?
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