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Developers & Programmers Interview

C++ Question(s) & Actual Evaluation

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* Please note that the following answer(s) are just sample answers from one of our candidates. It doesn't mean that it's the correct or wrong answer.
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  • Classification: Developers & Programmers
  • Topic(s): C++
Interview Question:

Can you explain the difference between stack and heap memory in C++?

Candidate's Answer:

Are used to store the elements in memory or a data in memory that is when we when we store data in a memory then cannot use the data outside the class or outside the object and here we do not delete the data access simply by In The Heat memory we store the data in him and we delete the data access explicitly also if it memory we can access the data of the class or outside the object

Evaluation:

Your answer contains some relevant points, but it lacks clarity and coherence. Let me provide a more detailed explanation of the difference between stack and heap memory in C++.

In C++, memory allocation is done in two main ways: stack memory and heap memory.

Stack memory is used for static memory allocation, and its size is determined at compile time. Variables declared on the stack have a fixed, limited size and their Scope is limited to the block in which they are declared. Stack memory is fast and efficient, but it is limited in size and can lead to stack overflow if too much memory is allocated.

Heap memory, on the other hand, is used for dynamic memory allocation. It is allocated at runtime and its size can be determined dynamically. Variables declared on the heap can be accessed from anywhere in the program and remain allocated until explicitly deallocated. However, heap memory allocation is slower than stack memory and can lead to memory leaks if not managed properly.

To improve your answer, you can provide more concrete examples and elaborate on the advantages and disadvantages of each type of memory allocation. Additionally, make sure to use proper grammar and sentence structure to enhance clarity.

Overall, I would rate your answer 2/5 as it lacks depth and clarity.