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Which data structures can be merged using the K-way merge pattern?
Which data structures can be merged using the K-way merge pattern?
- Linked lists only
- Neither arrays nor linked lists
- Arrays only
- Both arrays and linked lists (correct)
What is the basic idea behind the K-way merge algorithm?
What is the basic idea behind the K-way merge algorithm?
- To randomly select an element from the K input lists
- To select the smallest element among the K input lists (correct)
- To select the largest element among the K input lists
- To select the middle element among the K input lists
Which technique can be used to implement the K-way merge pattern?
Which technique can be used to implement the K-way merge pattern?
- Using a binary search tree
- Using a min heap (correct)
- Using a stack
- Using a max heap
What is the purpose of the K-way merge pattern?
What is the purpose of the K-way merge pattern?
What is the relationship between the K-way merge pattern and merge sort algorithm?
What is the relationship between the K-way merge pattern and merge sort algorithm?
Which data structures can be used in the k-way merge pattern?
Which data structures can be used in the k-way merge pattern?
What is the purpose of the k-way merge pattern in external sorting procedures?
What is the purpose of the k-way merge pattern in external sorting procedures?
When is the k-way merge pattern used in real-world problems?
When is the k-way merge pattern used in real-world problems?
What happens if there are an odd number of lists in a group during the k-way merge process?
What happens if there are an odd number of lists in a group during the k-way merge process?
What does the k-way merge pattern help us find in a set of sorted arrays or linked lists?
What does the k-way merge pattern help us find in a set of sorted arrays or linked lists?
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