Data Structures: Array-based Stacks

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What is the fundamental property of a stack data structure?

Last In, First Out

What is the primary limitation of an array-based stack implementation?

The size of the stack must be determined at declaration

What is the purpose of the MakeEmpty() function in the StackType class?

To remove all items from the stack

What is the time complexity of the constructor in the StackType class?

O(1)

What is the purpose of the IsFull() function in the StackType class?

To check if the stack is full

What is the condition for the stack to be considered empty according to the IsEmpty() function?

top == -1

What is the postcondition of the Push operation in a Stack?

newItem is at the top of the stack.

What is the purpose of the Pop operation in a Stack?

Removes top element from stack and returns it in item.

What is the time complexity of the Push operation in an Array-based Stack?

O(1)

What is a potential error that can occur when trying to push an element onto a full stack?

Stack overflow

Why must the compiler know the data type of the stack when compiling templates?

To ensure the correct data type is used.

How can the compiler find the necessary information to compile templates?

By compiling the template and client code together.

Learn about stacks, an ordered group of homogeneous items, and their implementation using arrays. Understand the Last In, First Out (LIFO) property and the operations on stacks.

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