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What do data structures serve as the basis for?

Abstract data types (ADT) (correct)
Data compression techniques
Physical form of data encryption
Data type definitions

What is a data structure in computer science?

A data organization, management, and storage format chosen for efficient data access (correct)
A form of data encryption technique
A set of data types used in programming languages
A collection of random data values

How are different types of data structures suited?

To general data storage purposes
To different kinds of applications (correct)
To specific data encryption methods
To various programming languages

What do relational databases commonly use for data retrieval?

B-tree indexes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What do data structures provide a means to manage efficiently?

Large amounts of data (D) Signup and view all the answers

Explain what a data structure is in computer science.

A data structure is a data organization, management, and storage format chosen for efficient access to data. It is a collection of data values, their relationships, and the functions or operations that can be applied to the data. Signup and view all the answers

What role do data structures serve in abstract data types (ADT)?

Data structures serve as the basis for abstract data types (ADT) by implementing the physical form of the data type, while the ADT defines the logical form of the data type. Signup and view all the answers

How do different types of data structures relate to specific tasks?

Different types of data structures are suited to different kinds of applications, and some are highly specialized to specific tasks. For example, relational databases commonly use B-tree indexes for data retrieval, while compiler implementations usually use hash tables to look up identifiers. Signup and view all the answers

What are some uses of data structures in managing large amounts of data?

Data structures provide a means to manage large amounts of data efficiently for uses such as large databases and internet indexing services. Signup and view all the answers