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Why is the stack data structure efficient in terms of memory utilization?
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?
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?
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?
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?
What happens if a stack becomes full and new elements are attempted to be added?
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Which operation is NOT typically associated with undo/redo functionalities enabled by a stack?
Which operation is NOT typically associated with undo/redo functionalities enabled by a stack?
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