Understanding Data Structures and Efficient Programming

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What is a primary advantage of using efficient programs?

To enable the solution of more complex problems

To increase the usage of resources like memory and disk

To reduce the CPU speed in GHz

To minimize the usage of resources like memory and disk (correct)

Why is there a need for data structures and efficient algorithms?

Because computer applications are becoming more complex (correct)

Because computer applications are becoming simpler

Because computers are getting less powerful over time

Because data structures are not necessary for efficient programs

What is the consequence of not using efficient programs and data structures?

The CPU speed in GHz decreases

The solution is achieved with the help of programming

The usage of resources like memory and disk increases (correct)

The application executes faster

What is the role of programming, data structures, and algorithms in solving complex problems?

To ensure that the solution is achieved with the help of programming Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the complexity of computer applications and the need for resources?

As computer applications become more complex, there is a greater need for resources Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary reason why computers are able to solve more complex problems than before?

Increase in CPU speed in GHz Signup and view all the answers

What should be the first step in selecting a data structure to solve a problem?

Analyze the problem to determine the resource constraints Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why a problem may not be solvable with programming?

The data is too huge and the disk space is limited Signup and view all the answers

What is the philosophy of data structures based on?

The cost and benefits of each data structure Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using efficient programs?

They execute faster and minimize resource usage Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of having huge data and limited disk space?

A new disk needs to be purchased Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of learning about data structures in programming?

To understand the relationship between costs and benefits of a data structure Signup and view all the answers

What are the three basic things associated with data structures?

Space, time, and programming effort Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the start() function in a list data structure?

To move the 'current' pointer to the first element Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of not using efficient data structures?

The program will be inefficient and may not sell Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the update(X,?) function in a list data structure?

To replace the element at a given position with X Signup and view all the answers

What is the list data structure commonly used for in daily life?

To manage various types of lists Signup and view all the answers

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