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Why is the stack data structure efficient in terms of memory utilization?

  • It uses a contiguous block of memory (correct)
  • It has unlimited capacity
  • It stores elements randomly in memory
  • It takes up more memory space than other data structures

What is a key advantage of using a stack data structure for function calls?

  • Slow access time for adding and removing elements
  • Inefficient memory management
  • Efficient implementation of recursive function calls (correct)
  • Unlimited memory utilization

How does a stack support backtracking algorithms?

  • By storing the previous states (correct)
  • By random access to previous states
  • By discarding all previous states
  • By skipping some intermediate states

In what field of computer science is a stack commonly utilized for parsing and syntax analysis?

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What happens if a stack becomes full and new elements are attempted to be added?

<p>Stack overflow leading to data loss (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which operation is NOT typically associated with undo/redo functionalities enabled by a stack?

<p>Real-time data processing in databases (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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