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What is the main advantage of a sorted linked list?

  • It requires less memory than unsorted linked lists.
  • All data is stored alphabetically.
  • It allows for high-speed element insertion because only pointers need to be altered. (correct)
  • It's very efficient in small data sets.

    • What is a key difference between a single-linked list and a double-linked list?

  • Single-linked lists are more efficient for searching for elements.
  • Double-linked lists require less storage space.
  • Double-linked lists are primarily used for sorted data.
  • Single-linked lists can only be traversed in one direction. (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a disadvantage of double-linked lists?

  • Additional space is required to store the predecessor pointers.
  • They are more complex to implement than single-linked lists.
  • Traversing the list is less efficient.
  • Deletion and insertion operations are more difficult to perform. (correct)

    • Which scenario would be best suited for a double-linked list?

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    What feature distinguishes a double-linked list from a single-linked list?

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    What is the primary purpose of a module in a program?

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    Which of these is NOT a characteristic of recursion?

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    What is the key difference between a stack and a queue in terms of data access?

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    In the construction of the Koch snowflake, what is the role of the equilateral triangle?

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    Which of the following methods helps identify if a stack is empty?

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    What is the purpose of the dequeue() method in a queue?

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    What is the key characteristic of a 2D array in terms of data types?

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    In which of the following ways can you represent an algorithm?

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    What happens to a binary tree when a new node is added with a key greater than that of its parent node?

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    Why do binary trees become unbalanced?

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    What is a key characteristic of dynamic data structures?

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    Which of the following is NOT an advantage of dynamic data structures?

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    What is a potential disadvantage of dynamic data structures compared to static data structures?

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    What is the main characteristic of static data structures?

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    What is a potential disadvantage of static data structures?

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    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a dynamic data structure?

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    What is the correct order of notation for an operator in prefix notation?

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    How should a new data item be added to a binary search tree?

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    What should be done when searching for a data item in a binary search tree?

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    What is the first step to insert a new node if the binary search tree is empty?

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    Which statement accurately describes infix notation?

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    What is the role of a pointer in a linked list?

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    What characterizes the structure of a linked list?

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    What happens when you reach the last node in a linked list?

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    What is the primary difference between linked lists and arrays?

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    How is a node defined in the context of a linked list?

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    Which statement best describes the NULL pointer in a linked list?

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    What is required to insert an element into a linked list?

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    What does the length of a linked list refer to?

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    What is a primary characteristic of a fixed-size array data structure?

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    Why is it easier to program with a fixed-sized array compared to dynamic structures?

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    What necessitates the shifting of elements in a sorted array?

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    Which statement is true regarding Abstract Data Types (ADTs)?

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    Flashcards

    Node's Predecessor

    The previous node in a linked list.

    Linear Search

    A method to find an element by examining each node sequentially.

    Sorted Linked List

    A linked list that maintains elements in a sorted order, allowing efficient searching.

    Double-Linked List

    A type of linked list where each node points to both its successor and predecessor.

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    Advantages of Double-Linked Lists

    Benefits include direct access to ends and easier insertion/deletion.

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    Fixed-size data structure

    A data structure whose size is defined at compile-time and cannot change during runtime.

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    Array

    A collection of elements identified by index or key, requiring fixed size and taking up RAM.

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    Abstract Data Type (ADT)

    A conceptual model that defines a data structure's behavior and properties without specifying its implementation.

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    Linked List

    A data structure composed of nodes, where each node contains data and a reference to the next node, allowing dynamic size adjustment.

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    Dynamic memory allocation

    The process of allocating memory at runtime, allowing data structures to grow or shrink as needed.

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    Visit a Node

    Perform an action on a node in a tree data structure.

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    Binary Tree notations

    Three ways to represent expressions: infix, prefix, postfix.

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    Infix Notation

    An operator is placed between two operands in an expression.

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    Inserting a Node

    Adding a new data item in a binary search tree according to key values.

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    Searching in Binary Search Tree

    Compare values to find a specific data item in the tree.

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    Node

    A basic unit that contains both data and a pointer.

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    Pointer

    A field in a node that points to another object in memory.

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    NULL Pointer

    A special pointer that points to nothing, indicating no object.

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    Traversal

    The process of moving through a linked list from node to node.

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    Logically Represented

    How data and links are perceived by the programmer.

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    Physically Represented

    The actual storage of data in RAM, including memory addresses.

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    List Length

    The number of elements present in a linked list.

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    Module

    A small section of a program customized for a specific task.

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    Recursion

    A method that calls itself until a terminating condition is met.

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    Koch Snowflake

    A mathematical curve derived from the Koch curve, starting with an equilateral triangle.

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    Stack

    A LIFO data structure that allows access only to the last item inserted.

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    Push (stack)

    Method that adds an item onto the stack.

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    Pop (stack)

    Method that removes and returns the last item entered in the stack.

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    Queue

    A FIFO data structure that allows access only to the first item inserted.

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    Enqueue (queue)

    Method that adds an item to the end of the queue.

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    Right-hand child connection

    Connecting a new node as the right child of its parent if its key is greater.

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    Unbalanced tree

    A tree where one subtree has significantly more nodes than the other.

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    Dynamic data structure

    A structure that changes size during execution as needed.

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    Memory allocation in dynamic structure

    Memory is allocated only as needed and can change at runtime.

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    Advantages of dynamic structures

    Efficient use of RAM and no need to predefine size.

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    Disadvantages of dynamic structures

    Potential for overflow/underflow, slower algorithms, and complexity.

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    Static data structure

    Memory is allocated at compile time and does not change.

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    Random access limitation

    In dynamic structures, elements must be accessed sequentially, not randomly.

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    Study Notes

    Modules

    • A module is a small, customizable section of a program designed to perform a specific task.
    • Programmers can tailor modules.

    Recursion

    • Recursion is a method that calls itself until a termination condition is met.
    • It employs problem-solving techniques to break down complex tasks into smaller subproblems.
    • Recursive solutions can be rewritten iteratively and vice-versa.

    Koch Snowflake

    • A mathematical curve based on the Koch curve.
    • It's constructed by starting with an equilateral triangle, then modifying each side according to a set of rules.

    Stacks

    • Stacks store elements in a specific order (Last-In, First-Out - LIFO).
    • Elements are accessed only from the top (most recently added).
    • Stacks use three methods:
      • push(): Adds an item onto the stack.
      • pop(): Removes and returns the item at the top.
      • isEmpty(): Checks if the stack is empty.

    Queues

    • Queues store elements in a specific order (First-In, First-Out - FIFO).
    • Elements are accessed only from the front (the item inserted earliest).
    • Queues use three methods:
      • enqueue(): Adds an item to the back of the queue.
      • dequeue(): Removes and returns the item from the front.
      • isEmpty(): Checks if the queue is empty.

    Applications of Queues and Stacks

    • Queues are used for managing tasks, requests, or data in line or first come first serve operations.
    • Queues are also used for handling documents requiring printing
    • Queues are used in internet data transmission.
    • Stacks are used in various scenarios, including managing function calls and undo/redo operations.
    • Stacks are often used to track the execution order of function calls, and to implement undo functionality in editing software.

    Data and Pointers

    • A node is a fundamental unit containing both data and a pointer.
    • A node needs memory allocation for both the data and the pointer.
    • A pointer stores the address of an object in memory.
    • The NULL pointer has no data and represents the absence of a link.

    Linked Lists

    • Linked lists are sequences of nodes.
    • Each node stores data and a pointer to the next node in the sequence.
    • They can be single-linked, double-linked, or circular.
    • Data in a linked list does not require fixed-size allocations.

    Physical Representation of Linked Lists

    • The physical representation of a linked list deals with the memory address of an object, the type of data, the number of bytes used, and how pointers relate the data in the different links.

    Searching in Linked Lists

    • Linear search is a technique to search for a specific element in a sorted or unsorted list by starting at the first node until the required element is located or the end of the list is reached.
    • A sorted linked list allows for searching using more efficient techniques.

    Advantages of Sorted Linked Lists

    • The data are stored based on a sort order.
    • Implementation for searching can be identical to that in a sorted array.
    • The insertion and deletion of elements does not require shifting around data as it does with arrays
    • Allows for binary search to be applied.

    Double Linked Lists

    • Each node in a double linked list contains references to both the next and the previous nodes.
      • The first node and the last node are directly accessible without traversing the list.
      • Deletion and Insertion is easier.

    Disadvantages of Double Linked Lists

    • They require twice as much memory compared to single linked lists.

    Circular Linked Lists

    • The last node in the list points to the first node.
    • It is easier to loop to access all nodes circularly.

    Binary Trees

    • Binary trees are hierarchical data structures in which each node has at most two children (left and right).
    • The topmost node is the root node.
    • Useful in certain searching, sorting, and traversal algorithms.

    Inorder, Preorder and Postorder Traversals

    • Inorder Traversal: Left subtree, root, right subtree.
    • Preorder Traversal: Root, left subtree, right subtree.
    • Postorder Traversal: Left subtree, right subtree, root.

    Inorder, Preorder and Postorder Traversal Algorithm

    • Binary Tree Traversal algorithms are recursive in nature.
    • These algorithms start with the root node as an argument and recursively traverse the left and right subtrees accordingly.

    Adding a New Node to a Binary Search Tree

    • The new node is added to the existing binary search tree.
    • The value of the new node is compared against the values in the nodes in the binary search tree.
    • By following the rules to determine the location in the binary search tree, the new node is inserted at the correct branch/subtree.

    Removing a Node from a Binary Search Tree

    • Three cases should be handled regarding the deletion of nodes in a binary search tree:
      • Node to be removed with no children.
      • Node to be removed with one child.
      • Node to be removed with two children (In this case the successor or predecessor of the node to be removed is replaced)

    Unbalanced Trees

    • An unbalanced tree has one subtree with significantly more nodes than the other.
    • This can lead to degraded performance for operations like searching, inserting, and deleting.

    Advantages of Dynamic Data Structures Compared to Static Structures

    • Flexible memory allocation, which can be adjusted as data is needed.
    • Memory utilized in accordance to requirement of data.

    Disadvantages of Dynamic Data Structures Compared to Static Structures

    • Dynamic data structures usually take longer time due to dynamic memory allocation

    Static Data Structures

    • Static Data Structure: Memory is allocated at compile-time.
    • Static structures usually are fast when they are implemented with efficient algorithms.

    Abstract Data Type (ADT)

    • A conceptual model (not physical implementation) for data types and operations on them.
    • Abstraction provides a consistent and simplified way to access elements of the underlying data structure.

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