10 Questions
Why are linked lists advantageous compared to arrays? Provide at least two advantages.
Linked lists offer faster data access and provide flexibility in size, as they can grow or shrink during program execution.
What are the disadvantages of using arrays compared to linked lists? List at least three disadvantages.
The size of the array is fixed, array items are stored contiguously, and insertion and deletion operations involve tedious shifting of elements with respect to the index of the array.
Explain the concept of a linked list and how it differs from arrays.
A linked list is a data structure where successive elements are connected by pointers, and the last element points to NULL. Unlike arrays, linked lists can change in size during execution and do not waste memory space.
What is necessary to keep track of a linked list and provide an example of a term used for this purpose?
One must know the pointer to the first element of the list, which is commonly referred to as start or head.
Provide an illustration of the insertion process in a linked list and briefly describe the steps involved.
To insert an element in a linked list, the pointer of the preceding element is redirected to the new element, and the new element is directed to the succeeding element. This effectively adds the new element to the list.
What is a key advantage of using linked lists over arrays?
Dynamic size adjustment during execution
Which term is commonly used to refer to the pointer to the first element of a linked list?
Head
What operation in arrays involves shifting elements with respect to the index?
Insertion and deletion
What do successive elements in a linked list connect with?
Pointers
Which data structure provides flexibility in rearranging items efficiently?
Linked list
Test your knowledge of linked lists with this quiz. Explore the advantages of arrays and learn about the benefits of linked lists as a data structure. Understand the differences and applications of these two data structures.
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