All questions of Programming & Data Structures for Computer Science Engineering (CSE) Exam

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Find the Output ?
#include<stdio.h>
int main() 
  int x, y = 5, z = 5; 
  x = y == z; 
  printf("%d", x); 
  getchar(); 
  return 0; 
}
  • a)
    0
  • b)
    1
  • c)
    5
  • d)
    Compiler Error
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

At first we were not given the value of x
but y=5, z=5 is given
next statement is
x=y==z
that means he told that x=y
that means x=5
next, 5==z
value of z =5
5==5( true)
so return 1

What are the main applications of tree data structure? 1) Manipulate hierarchical data 2) Make information easy to search (see tree traversal). 3) Manipulate sorted lists of data 4) Router algorithms 5) Form of a multi-stage decision-making, like Chess Game. 6) As a workflow for compositing digital images for visual effects
  • a)
    1, 2, 3, 4 and 6
  • b)
    1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
  • c)
    1, 3, 4, 5 and 6
  • d)
    1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
Correct answer is 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Main Applications of Tree Data Structure:

1. Manipulate Hierarchical Data:
Trees are used to represent hierarchical data, such as file systems or organization charts, where each node represents a folder, file, or employee.

2. Make Information Easy to Search:
Tree traversal algorithms can be used to search for specific data within a tree structure, making it an efficient way to store and retrieve information.

3. Manipulate Sorted Lists of Data:
Binary search trees can be used to manipulate and search sorted lists of data, providing a faster search time than traditional linear searches.

4. Router Algorithms:
Trees are used in computer networking to represent routing algorithms that determine the path of data packets through a network.

5. Multi-Stage Decision Making:
Trees can be used to represent multi-stage decision-making processes, such as in a chess game, where each node represents a possible move and the branches represent subsequent moves.

6. Workflow for Compositing Digital Images:
Trees are used in visual effects to represent the workflow for compositing digital images, where each node represents a stage in the process and the branches represent the steps taken to achieve the final image.

Therefore, the correct answer is D, as all of these applications use tree data structures.

Let A be a two dimensional array declared as follows:
A: array [1 …. 10] [1 ….. 15] of integer;
Assuming that each integer takes one memory location, the array is stored in row-major order and the first element of the array is stored at location 100, what is the address of the element 
  • a)
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sanya Agarwal answered
A [ LB1..............UB1,LB2.................UB2 ]
BA = Base address.
C = size of each element.
Row major order.
Loc(a[i][j]) = BA + [ (i-LB1) (UB2 - LB2 + 1) + (j - LB2) ] * C.
Column Major order
Loc(a[i][j]) = BA + [ (j-LB2) (UB1 - LB1 + 1) + (i - LB1) ] * C.
substituting the values. answer is A.

The elements 32, 15, 20, 30, 12, 25, 16 are inserted one by one in the given order into a Max Heap. The resultant Max Heap is.
  • a)
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ravi Singh answered
32, 15, 20, 30, 12, 25, 16
After insertion of 32, 15 and 20
After insertion of 30
Max Heap property is violated, so 30 is swapped with 15
After insertion of 12
After insertion of 25
Max Heap property is violated, so 25 is swapped with 20
After insertion of 16

Which traversal of tree resembles the breadth first search of the graph
  • a)
    Preorder
  • b)
    Inorder
  • c)
    Postorder
  • d)
    Level order
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Sanya Agarwal answered
Breadth first search visits all the neighbors first and then deepens into each neighbor one by one. The level order traversal of the tree also visits nodes on the current level and then goes to the next level.

What is the output of the following Java code?
public class array
{
    public static void main(String args[])
    {
        int []arr = {1,2,3,4,5};
        System.out.println(arr[5]);
    }
}
  • a)
    4
  • b)
    5
  • c)
    ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException
  • d)
    InavlidInputException
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Maitri Dey answered
**Answer:**

The given Java code will throw an `ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException` when executed.

**Explanation:**

In Java, arrays are zero-indexed, which means the first element of an array is accessed using the index 0, the second element with index 1, and so on.

In the given code, an array `arr` of size 5 is declared and initialized with the values `{1, 2, 3, 4, 5}`. However, when attempting to access `arr[5]`, we are trying to access the element at index 5, which is outside the valid range of the array.

The valid indices for this array are 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Since index 5 does not exist in the array, an `ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException` is thrown at runtime.

The correct way to access the last element of the array would be to use `arr[arr.length - 1]`. This expression would evaluate to `arr[4]`, which is the value 5 in this case.

Therefore, the output of the given code will be:

```
Exception in thread "main" java.lang.ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException: Index 5 out of bounds for length 5
at array.main(array.java:7)
```

So, the correct answer is option **c) ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException**.

A binary tree T has 20 leaves. The number of nodes in T having two children is
  • a)
    18
  • b)
    19
  • c)
    17
  • d)
    Any number between 10 and 20
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Amar Mukherjee answered
 
Sum of all degrees = 2 * |E|. Here considering tree as a k-ary tree :
Sum of degrees of leaves + Sum of degrees for Internal Node except root + Root's degree = 2 * (No. of nodes - 1). Putting values of above terms,
L + (I-1)*(k+1) + k = 2 * (L + I - 1)
L + k*I - k + I -1 + k = 2*L + 2I - 2
L + K*I + I - 1 = 2*L + 2*I - 2
K*I + 1 - I = L
(K-1)*I + 1 = L
Given k = 2, L=20
==> (2-1)*I + 1 = 20
==> I = 19
==> T has 19 internal nodes which are having two children.

Suppose a circular queue of capacity (n - 1) elements is implemented with an array of n elements. Assume that the insertion and deletion operations are carried out using REAR and FRONT as array index variables, respectively. Initially, REAR = FRONT = 0. The conditions to detect queue full and queue empty are
  • a)
    full: (REAR+1) mod n == FRONT
    empty: REAR == FRONT$
  • b)
    full: (REAR+1) mod n == FRONT
    empty: (FRONT+1) mod n == REAR
  • c)
    full: REAR == FRONT
    empty: (REAR+1) mod n == FRONT
  • d)
    full: (FRONT+1) mod n == REAR
    empty: REAR == FRONT
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sagnik Sen answered
In a circular queue implementation using an array of size n, the queue is considered full when there is only one empty space left in the array. This means that if the next element is inserted at the current REAR position, it will wrap around to the FRONT position, and there will be no space for additional elements.

The condition to detect a full queue is:

(REAR + 1) mod n == FRONT

Here, (REAR + 1) calculates the next position in the array after the current REAR position, and mod n ensures that the position wraps around within the range of the array. If this calculated next position is equal to the current FRONT position, it means the queue is full because there is only one empty space left.

Similarly, the condition to detect an empty queue is:

REAR == FRONT

If the REAR and FRONT indices are equal, it means there are no elements in the queue, and it is empty.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 'A' – full: (REAR + 1) mod n == FRONT, empty: REAR == FRONT.

stack A has 4 entries as following sequence a,b,c,d and stack B is empty. An entry popped out of stack A can be printed or pushed to stack B. An entry popped out of stack B can only be printed.
Then the number of possible permutations that the entries can be printed will be ?
  • a)
    24
  • b)
    12
  • c)
    21
  • d)
    14
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Prateek Khanna answered
permutations which start with D:
to print D first , all a,b,c must be pushed on to stack before popping D and the only arrangement possible = D C B A
permutations start with C:
you need to push a and b from stack A to stack B , now print C
content of stack B= b a (from top to bottom)
content of stack A = d
permutations possible = 3!/2! = 3 = they are c d b a, c b d a, c b a d --> 3 permutations here
permutations starting with b :
to print b first, a will be pushed onto stack B
content of stack B= a
content of stack A= c d
you can bring these out in (3! -1) as (d a c) is not possible--> 5 possible
permutations starting with a:
fix ab
a b _ _
in this a b c d or a b dc
fix ac
a c _ _
a c b d or a c d b
fix ad
a d _ _
a d c b
total 5
total = 1+3+5+5= 14

How many distinct binary search trees can be created out of 4 distinct keys?
  • a)
    4
  • b)
    14
  • c)
    24
  • d)
    42
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Rajeev Menon answered
Number of Binary Search trees for n nodes is given by = (2n)! / n! * (n+1)!

Hence for 4 keys or nodes-
= 8! /4! * 5!
= 14
Hence, 14 distinct binary search trees are possible for 4 keys.

So, the Correct Answer is Option B

You can solve many such questions & mock tests by going through the course:

Consider the following statements:
i. First-in-first-out types of computations are efficiently supported by STACKS.
ii. Implementing LISTS on linked lists is more efficient than implementing LISTS on an array for almost all the basic LIST operations.
iii. Implementing QUEUES on a circular array is more efficient than implementing QUEUES on a linear array with two indices.
iv. Last-in-first-out type of computations are efficiently supported by QUEUES.
  • a)
    (ii) and (iii) are true
  • b)
    (i) and (ii) are true
  • c)
    (iii) and (iv) are true
  • d)
    (ii) and (iv) are true
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Crack Gate answered
Let's analyze each statement to determine which ones are true:
i. First-in-first-out types of computations are efficiently supported by STACKS.
   - This statement is false. Stacks support Last-in-First-out (LIFO) operations, not FIFO. So, this statement is not true.
ii. Implementing LISTS on linked lists is more efficient than implementing LISTS on an array for almost all the basic LIST operations.**
   - This statement is generally true. Linked lists allow for efficient insertion and deletion operations, which are costly in arrays due to the need to shift elements.
iii. Implementing QUEUES on a circular array is more efficient than implementing QUEUES on a linear array with two indices.
   - This statement is true. Circular arrays can utilize the entire array space more efficiently and avoid unnecessary shifts compared to a linear array with two indices.
iv. Last-in-first-out type of computations are efficiently supported by QUEUES.
   - This statement is false. Last-in-first-out (LIFO) operations are supported by stacks, not queues. Queues support First-in-First-out (FIFO) operations.
Conclusion
Based on the analysis:
- Statement ii and iii are true:
  - ii. Implementing LISTS on linked lists is more efficient than implementing LISTS on an array for almost all the basic LIST operations.
  - iii. Implementing QUEUES on a circular array is more efficient than implementing QUEUES on a linear array with two indices.
Therefore, the correct answer is:
1. (ii) and (iii) are true

When does the ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException occur?
  • a)
    Compile-time
  • b)
    Run-time
  • c)
    Not an error
  • d)
    Not an exception at all
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Explanation:

1. Introduction:
The ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException is a runtime exception that occurs when an array is accessed with an invalid index. This exception is thrown to indicate that an array has been accessed with either a negative index or an index greater than or equal to the length of the array.

2. Compile-time vs Run-time Exceptions:
In Java, exceptions can be broadly classified into two categories: compile-time exceptions and run-time exceptions.

- Compile-time exceptions: These exceptions are detected by the Java compiler during the compilation process. They occur due to syntax errors or other problems that prevent the code from being successfully compiled. Examples of compile-time exceptions include syntax errors, missing semicolons, or incorrect method signatures. If a program contains a compile-time exception, it will not even compile and cannot be executed.

- Run-time exceptions: These exceptions occur during the execution of a program. They are not detected by the compiler but rather arise due to logical errors or exceptional conditions that occur at runtime. Examples of run-time exceptions include NullPointerException, ArithmeticException, and ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException. If a program encounters a run-time exception, it can terminate abruptly unless the exception is handled properly using exception handling mechanisms.

3. Occurrence of ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException:
The ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException occurs at run-time. It is not detected by the compiler during the compilation process because the array index is evaluated dynamically at runtime.

When an array is accessed using an invalid index, such as a negative index or an index greater than or equal to the length of the array, the JVM throws an ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException. This is because arrays in Java are zero-based, meaning the valid index range is from 0 to length-1.

For example, consider the following code snippet:

```java
int[] numbers = {1, 2, 3};
System.out.println(numbers[3]); // accessing index 3, which is out of bounds
```

In this case, the array 'numbers' has a length of 3, and the index 3 is out of bounds. When this code is executed, it will throw an ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException at runtime.

4. Conclusion:
The ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException occurs at runtime when an array is accessed with an invalid index. It is a run-time exception and is not detected by the compiler during the compilation process. To avoid this exception, it is important to ensure that array indices are within the valid range.

What all is true about Stack data structure? (More than one option is correct)
  • a)
    Last IN First OUT
  • b)
    Minimum 2 queues are required to implement a stack
  • c)
    First IN First OUT
  • d)
    Does not have a fixed size.
Correct answer is option 'A,B,D'. Can you explain this answer?

Ananya Kumari answered
What all is true about stack data structure? ( more than one option is correct)
last in first out ,
maximum 2 queues are required to implement a stack
does not have a fixed size
Correct is ABD is right ans

A circularly linked list is used to represent a Queue. A single variable p is used to access the Queue. To which node should point such that both the operations enqueue and dequeue can be performed in constant time?
  • a)
    rear node
  • b)
    front node
  • c)
    not possible with a single pointer
  • d)
    node next to front
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

 Answer is not “(b) front node”, as we can not get rear from front in O(1), but if p is rear we can implement both enQueue and deQueue in O(1) because from rear we can get front in O(1). Below are sample functions. Note that these functions are just sample are not working. Code to handle base cases is missing.

An operator delete(i) for a binary heap data structure is to be designed to delete the item in the i-th node. Assume that the heap is implemented in an array and i refers to the i-th index of the array. If the heap tree has depth d (number of edges on the path from the root to the farthest leaf), then what is the time complexity to re-fix the heap efficiently after the removal of the element?
  • a)
    O(1)
  • b)
    O(d) but not O(1)
  • c)
    O(2d) but not O(d)
  • d)
    O(d2d) but not O(2d)
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Palak Khanna answered
For this question, we have to slightly tweak the delete_min() operation of the heap data structure to implement the delete(i) operation. The idea is to empty the spot in the array at the index i (the position at which element is to be deleted) and replace it with the last leaf in the heap (remember heap is implemented as complete binary tree so you know the location of the last leaf), decrement the heap size and now starting from the current position (position that held the item we deleted), shift it up in case newly replaced item is greater than the parent of old item  (considering max-heap).  If it’s not greater than the parent, then percolate it down by comparing with the child’s value. The newly added item can percolate up/down a maximum of d times which is the depth of the heap data structure. Thus we can say that complexity of delete(i) would be O(d) but not O(1).

Consider a complete binary tree where the left and the right subtrees of the root are max-heaps. The lower bound for the number of operations to convert the tree to a heap is
  • a)
    Ω(log n)
  • b)
    Ω(n)
  • c)
    Ω(n log n)
  • d)
    Ω(n2)
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Prisha Sharma answered
The answer to this question is simply max-heapify function. Time complexity of max-heapify is O(Log n) as it recurses at most through height of heap.
// A recursive method to heapify a subtree with root at given index
// This method assumes that the subtrees are already heapified void MinHeap::MaxHeapify(int i)
{
int l = left(i);
int r = right(i);
int largest = i;
if (l < heap_size && harr[l] < harr[i]) largest = l;
if (r < heap_size && harr[r] < harr[smallest]) largest = r;
if (largest != i) { swap(&harr[i], &harr[largest]); MinHeapify(largest);
 }
}

What is the maximum height of any AVL-tree with 7 nodes? Assume that the height of a tree with a single node is 0.
  • a)
    2
  • b)
    3
  • c)
    4
  • d)
    5
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Bijoy Iyer answered
AVL trees are binary trees with the following restrictions. 1) the height difference of the children is at most 1. 2) both children are AVL trees Following is the most unbalanced AVL tree that we can get with 7 nodes

Which file is generated after pre-processing of a C program?
  • a)
    .p
  • b)
    .i
  • c)
    .o
  • d)
    .m
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Pre-processing in C Programming

Preprocessing is the first stage of compiling any C program. It is the stage where the compiler processes the source code before actual compilation. This stage is called preprocessing because it prepares the code for actual compilation. Preprocessing involves the following tasks:

1. Removal of comments: The preprocessing stage removes all the comments from the source code. Comments are not required for compilation, so they are removed.

2. Expansion of macros: Macros are preprocessor directives, which are used to define constants or functions. In the preprocessing stage, all the macros are expanded. The macros are replaced with their actual values or functions.

3. Inclusion of header files: Header files contain predefined functions and constants that are used in the C code. In the preprocessing stage, all the header files are included in the code.

4. Conditional compilation: Conditional compilation is used to include or exclude certain parts of the code based on certain conditions. In the preprocessing stage, the conditionals are evaluated and the relevant parts of the code are included or excluded.

Generated File after Preprocessing

After the preprocessing stage, the compiler generates an intermediate file called an "i" file. This file contains the preprocessed code. It is also called the "intermediate code" file. This file is not the final executable file, but it is used for the next stage of compilation.

The "i" file contains the preprocessed code, which is ready for compilation. The preprocessed code is easier to read and debug than the original source code. The "i" file can be viewed using a text editor, and it is helpful for debugging purposes.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the file generated after the preprocessing stage of a C program is an "i" file. This file contains the preprocessed code, which is ready for compilation. The preprocessed code is easier to read and debug than the original source code. The "i" file is an intermediate file that is used for the next stage of compilation.

Given two Balanced binary search trees, B1 having n elements and B2 having m elements, what is the time complexity of the best known algorithm to merge these trees to form another balanced binary tree containing m+n elements ?
  • a)
    O(m+n)
  • b)
    O(mlogn)
  • c)
    O(nlogm)
  • d)
    O(m2 + n2)
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Garima Bose answered
The correct answer is option 'A' - O(mn). Let's understand why.

To merge two balanced binary search trees, we need to follow a specific algorithm that ensures the resulting tree is still balanced.

Here is a step-by-step explanation of the algorithm:

1. Convert B1 and B2 to sorted arrays using an inorder traversal. This step takes O(n) and O(m) time, respectively.

2. Merge the two sorted arrays into a single sorted array using the merge algorithm from Merge Sort. This step takes O(n+m) time.

3. Construct a balanced binary search tree from the merged sorted array. This step takes O(n+m) time.

4. The final balanced binary search tree contains n+m elements.

Now, let's analyze the time complexity of the algorithm:

- Converting B1 and B2 to sorted arrays takes O(n) and O(m) time, respectively.
- Merging the two sorted arrays takes O(n+m) time.
- Constructing a balanced binary search tree from the merged sorted array also takes O(n+m) time.

Therefore, the total time complexity of the algorithm is:

O(n) + O(m) + O(n+m) + O(n+m) = O(n+m) + O(n+m) = 2O(n+m) = O(n+m)

Since n and m are the number of elements in B1 and B2 respectively, the time complexity of the algorithm can be written as O(nm).

Hence, the best known algorithm to merge two balanced binary search trees to form another balanced binary tree containing n+m elements has a time complexity of O(nm), which is equivalent to O(mn). Therefore, the correct answer is option 'A' - O(mn).

Which one of the following is an application of Queue Data Structure?
  • a)
    When a resource is shared among multiple consumers.
  • b)
    When data is transferred asynchronously (data not necessarily received at same rate as sent) between two processes
  • c)
    Load Balancing
  • d)
    All of the above
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Arshiya Mehta answered
All of the given options (a, b, c, and d) are applications of the Queue data structure.
A queue is a linear data structure that stores data in a first-in-first-out (FIFO) order. It is a useful data structure for implementing certain algorithms and solving certain problems, such as the following:
When a resource is shared among multiple consumers (option a): A queue can be used to manage access to a shared resource, such as a printer or a network connection. Multiple consumers can add requests to the queue, and the resource can be allocated to the requests in the order they were added to the queue.
When data is transferred asynchronously between two processes (option b): A queue can be used to store data that is transferred between two processes, such as a producer and a consumer. The producer can add data to the queue, and the consumer can retrieve the data from the queue in the order it was added. This allows the two processes to operate independently and at their own pace, without the need for synchronization.
Load balancing (option c): A queue can be used to distribute workload among multiple servers or processors in a load-balancing algorithm. Multiple tasks can be added to the queue, and the servers or processors can take tasks from the queue in the order they were added. This allows the workload to be distributed evenly among the servers or processors, improving the overall performance and scalability of the system.
Therefore, the correct answer is option D, as all of the given options (a, b, c, and d) are applications of the Queue data structure.

An implementation of a queue Q, using two stacks S1 and S2, is given below: 
void insert (Q, x) {
 push (S1, x);
}
void delete (Q) {
if (stack-empty(S2)) then
if (stack-empty(S1)) then {
print(“Q is empty”);
return;
}
else while (!(stack-empty(S1))){
x=pop(S1);
push(S2,x);
}
    x=pop(S2);
}
let n insert and  m(≤  n)delete operations be performed in an arbitrary order on an empty queue Q. Let x and  y be the number of push and pop operations  performed respectively in the process. Which one of the following is true for all m and n?
  • a)
    n + m ≤ x < 2n and 2m ≤ y ≤ n+m
  • b)
    n+ m≤x < 2n and 2m ≤ y ≤  2n
  • c)
    2m≤ x < 2n and 2m ≤y ≤n+m
  • d)
    2m≤x <2n and 2m≤y≤2n
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Saikat Basu answered
Answer is (a)
The order in which insert and delete operations are performed matters here.
The best case: Insert and delete operations are performed alternatively. In every delete operation, 2 pop and 1 push
operations are performed. So, total m+ n push (n push for insert() and m push for delete()) operations and 2m pop operations are performed.
The worst case: First n elements are inserted and then m elements are deleted. In first delete operation, n + 1 pop operations and n push operation are performed. Other than first, in all delete operations, 1 pop operation is performed. So, total m + n pop operations and 2n push operations are performed (n push for insert() and m push for delete())

The following three are known to be the preorder, inorder and postorder sequences of a binary tree. But it is not known which is which.
MBCAFHPYK
KAMCBYPFH
MABCKYFPH
Pick the true statement from the following.
  • a)
    I and II are preorder and inorder sequences, respectively
  • b)
    I and III are preorder and postorder sequences, respectively
  • c)
    II is the inorder sequence, but nothing more can be said about the other two sequences
  • d)
    II and III are the preorder and inorder sequences, respectively
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Kalyan Menon answered
The approach to solve this question is to first find 2 sequences whose first and last element is same. The reason being first element in the Pre-order of any binary tree is the root and last element in the Post-order of any binary tree is the root. Looking at the sequences given,
Pre-order = KAMCBYPFH Post-order = MBCAFHPYK Left-over sequence MABCKYFPH will be in order. Since we have all the traversals identified, let's try to draw the binary tree if possible.
I. Post order
II. Pre order
III. Inorder

A complete binary min-heap is made by including each integer in [1, 1023] exactly once. The depth of a node in the heap is the length of the path from the root of the heap to that node. Thus, the root is at depth 0. The maximum depth at which integer 9 can appear is _____________ 
  • a)
    6
  • b)
    7
  • c)
    8
  • d)
    9
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Arpita Mehta answered
To determine the maximum depth at which integer 9 can appear in a complete binary min-heap, we need to understand the structure and properties of a complete binary min-heap.

Complete Binary Min-Heap:
A complete binary min-heap is a binary tree that satisfies two properties:
1. Completeness: All levels of the tree are fully filled except possibly for the lowest level, which is filled from left to right.
2. Heap property: The value of each node is less than or equal to the values of its children (min-heap property).

Understanding the Structure:
To analyze the maximum depth at which integer 9 can appear, we need to visualize the complete binary min-heap and its structure.

- The root of the heap is at depth 0.
- Each level deeper from the root doubles the number of nodes compared to the previous level.
- The total number of nodes in a complete binary min-heap with depth d is given by 2^(d+1) - 1.

Determining the Maximum Depth:
To find the maximum depth at which integer 9 can appear, we need to determine the depth at which the number of nodes is less than or equal to 9. We can do this by checking the number of nodes at each depth and comparing it to 9.

- At depth 0, there is only one node (the root).
- At depth 1, there are 2 nodes.
- At depth 2, there are 4 nodes.
- At depth 3, there are 8 nodes.
- At depth 4, there are 16 nodes.

We can observe that at depth 3, the number of nodes (8) is less than 9. However, at depth 4, the number of nodes (16) is greater than 9. Therefore, the maximum depth at which integer 9 can appear is 3.

Answer:
The maximum depth at which integer 9 can appear in the complete binary min-heap is 3.

Explanation:
At depth 3, there are a total of 8 nodes. Since the complete binary min-heap includes each integer from 1 to 1023 exactly once, if 9 appears at depth 3, it would be one of the 8 nodes at that depth. No other depth has fewer nodes than 9. Thus, the maximum depth at which integer 9 can appear is 3.

Therefore, the correct answer is option C) 8.

Which of the following is true
  • a)
    The AVL trees are more balanced compared to Red Black Trees, but they may cause more rotations during insertion and deletion.
  • b)
    Heights of AVL and Red-Black trees are generally same, but AVL Trees may cause more rotations during insertion and deletion.
  • c)
    Red Black trees are more balanced compared to AVL Trees, but may cause more rotations during insertion and deletion.
  • d)
    Heights of AVL and Red-Black trees are generally same, but Red Black rees may cause more rotations during insertion and deletion.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Red Black Tree with n nodes has height <= 2Log2(n+1) AVL Tree with n nodes has height less than Logφ(√5(n+2)) - 2. Therefore, the AVL trees are more balanced compared to Red Black Trees, but they may cause more rotations during insertion and deletion. So if your application involves many frequent insertions and deletions, then Red Black trees should be preferred. And if the insertions and deletions are less frequent and search is more frequent operation, then AVL tree should be preferred over Red Black Tree.

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