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What distinguishes a non-linear data structure from a linear one?
What distinguishes a non-linear data structure from a linear one?
A tree can be classified as a restricted graph.
A tree can be classified as a restricted graph.
True
Name one common operation that can be performed on a data structure.
Name one common operation that can be performed on a data structure.
Searching
An array is a collection of variables of the same type that are stored in _____ memory locations.
An array is a collection of variables of the same type that are stored in _____ memory locations.
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Match the following types of graphs with their descriptions:
Match the following types of graphs with their descriptions:
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Which of the following is NOT a type of graph?
Which of the following is NOT a type of graph?
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The creation operation in data structures allocates memory for program elements.
The creation operation in data structures allocates memory for program elements.
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What is the purpose of the 'sorting' operation in a data structure?
What is the purpose of the 'sorting' operation in a data structure?
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What is the correct way to declare an array in C?
What is the correct way to declare an array in C?
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In C, arrays can change their size at runtime.
In C, arrays can change their size at runtime.
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What value will be in the third element of the array if it is declared with int numbers = {1, 2};?
What value will be in the third element of the array if it is declared with int numbers = {1, 2};?
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To access the first element of an array named 'numbers', you use __________.
To access the first element of an array named 'numbers', you use __________.
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Match the following components related to arrays in C:
Match the following components related to arrays in C:
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What happens if you try to access an array element outside its declared range?
What happens if you try to access an array element outside its declared range?
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The name of an array in C can be treated as a pointer to its first element.
The name of an array in C can be treated as a pointer to its first element.
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What is the keyword used to define a structure in C?
What is the keyword used to define a structure in C?
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Which function is used to allocate memory in C?
Which function is used to allocate memory in C?
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Dynamic memory allocation in C allows the size of data structures to be set at compile time.
Dynamic memory allocation in C allows the size of data structures to be set at compile time.
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What is the purpose of algorithm analysis?
What is the purpose of algorithm analysis?
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What is the purpose of the free() function in C?
What is the purpose of the free() function in C?
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Time complexity measures the space requirements of an algorithm.
Time complexity measures the space requirements of an algorithm.
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The address of arr[i] can be calculated using the formula: Base address + i × sizeof(type). This is applicable to __________ arrays.
The address of arr[i] can be calculated using the formula: Base address + i × sizeof(type). This is applicable to __________ arrays.
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Match the following memory functions to their purpose:
Match the following memory functions to their purpose:
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What factors contribute to the input size of an algorithm?
What factors contribute to the input size of an algorithm?
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The efficient algorithm is selected by analyzing _____ and time complexity.
The efficient algorithm is selected by analyzing _____ and time complexity.
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For a dynamically allocated array, which of the following statements is true?
For a dynamically allocated array, which of the following statements is true?
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The base address of an array is always at memory location 0x1000.
The base address of an array is always at memory location 0x1000.
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Match the aspects of algorithm analysis with their descriptions:
Match the aspects of algorithm analysis with their descriptions:
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What should you check after using malloc to allocate memory?
What should you check after using malloc to allocate memory?
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What is the purpose of the calloc() function in C?
What is the purpose of the calloc() function in C?
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The free() function automatically deallocates memory allocated by malloc() and calloc().
The free() function automatically deallocates memory allocated by malloc() and calloc().
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What is the syntax for realloc() in C?
What is the syntax for realloc() in C?
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The ____ function in C is used to dynamically de-allocate memory.
The ____ function in C is used to dynamically de-allocate memory.
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Match the following functions with their purposes:
Match the following functions with their purposes:
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What will happen if you do not call free() after dynamic memory allocation?
What will happen if you do not call free() after dynamic memory allocation?
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The realloc() function initializes new memory blocks with zero.
The realloc() function initializes new memory blocks with zero.
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What is the first argument provided to realloc()?
What is the first argument provided to realloc()?
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In C, you can allocate space for an array of 25 floats with the command: ptr = (float*) ____ (25, sizeof(float));
In C, you can allocate space for an array of 25 floats with the command: ptr = (float*) ____ (25, sizeof(float));
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Which function would you use to change the size of an already allocated memory block?
Which function would you use to change the size of an already allocated memory block?
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Study Notes
Data Structures
- A tree consists of nodes connected by edges; nodes are represented as circles.
- Non-primitive data structures include linear data structures like arrays, stacks, linked lists, and queues.
Graphs
- Graphs are collections of nodes and edges, representing logical relations between nodes.
- Types of graphs include:
- Undirected Graph
- Multi Graph
- Simple Graph
- Directed Graph
- Mixed Graph
- Null Graph
- Weighted Graph
Linear vs Non-Linear Data Structures
- Linear Data Structures:
- Every item is related sequentially to its predecessor and successor.
- Data can be traversed in a single run.
- Examples: Arrays, Stacks, Linked Lists, Queues.
- Easier implementation.
- Non-Linear Data Structures:
- Items are connected to multiple other items, not in sequence.
- Examples: Trees, Graphs.
- Complex implementation.
Operations on Data Structures
- Create: Reserves memory for program elements.
- Destroy: Deallocates memory space for specified data structure.
- Selection: Accesses a particular piece of data within a structure.
- Traversing: Visits every node systematically.
- Updation: Modifies existing data.
- Searching: Locates a specific value within a structure.
- Sorting: Arranges values in a defined order.
- Inserting: Adds a new value to the structure.
- Deleting: Removes a value from the structure.
- Splitting: Partitions a single list into multiple lists.
- Merging: Joins two data structures of the same type.
Arrays in C
- Arrays store multiple variables of the same type in contiguous memory.
- To declare an array:
datatype arrayName[arraySize];
- Example of initialization:
int numbers[] = {1, 2, 3, 4, 5};
- Elements are accessed using their index, starting from 0.
- For iteration, a loop (typically a for loop) is commonly used.
Multi-dimensional Arrays
- C supports multi-dimensional arrays, such as two-dimensional arrays (matrices).
- Example declaration:
int matrix[3][3] = { {1, 2, 3}, {4, 5, 6}, {7, 8, 9} };
Key Points About Arrays
- Fixed size is determined at compile-time; cannot alter size at runtime.
- Elements are stored in contiguous memory locations for efficient access.
- C does not perform bounds checking; accessing out-of-bounds can cause errors.
Structures and Unions
- A structure in C is a user-defined data type that groups items of varying types.
- Defined using the
struct
keyword. - Example structure:
struct structure_name { data_type member_name1; data_type member_name2; };
Dynamic Memory Allocation in C
- Functions for dynamic memory allocation include
malloc()
,calloc()
,free()
, andrealloc()
. -
malloc()
: Allocates memory. -
free()
: deallocates previously allocated memory. -
realloc()
: Changes the size of previously allocated memory while retaining values.
Representation of Arrays in Memory
- Linear arrays are stored in contiguous memory; the address of an element can be calculated.
- Example for integer array with base address:
-
arr[0]
at address0x1000
contains value10
.
-
- Accessing can be done by index or via pointers.
Algorithm Analysis
- Algorithms are systematic instructions for solving tasks, fundamental to implementing data structures.
- Analysis of algorithms compares performance based on:
- Input Size: Number of items or graph vertices/edges.
- Time Complexity: Count of elementary operations.
- Space Complexity: Amount of memory required.
- Best, Average, and Worst Case scenarios.
- Order of Growth: Describes how the algorithm's runtime grows as input size increases.
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Explore the concepts of non-primitive data structures, focusing on trees and graphs. Understand how nodes and edges interact within these structures, and examine the various types of graphs such as directed, undirected, and mixed graphs. This quiz will help solidify your understanding of these foundational topics in data organization.