The Steps Involved in Inserting a New Item at the Beginning

question 14

Multiple Choice

The steps involved in inserting a new item at the beginning of an unordered linked list are ____.

• A) 1. Create a new node.
• 2. Insert the node before first.
• 3. Increment the counter by 1.
• B) 1. Create a new node.
• 2. Store the new item in the new node.
• 3. Insert the node before first.
• 4. Increment the counter by 1.
• C) 1. Create a new node.
• 2. Store the new item in the new node.
• 3. Insert the node before first.
• D) 1. Create a new node.
• 2. Store the new item in the new node.
• 3. Insert the node before first.
• 4. Decrement the counter by 1.

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Definitions:

Collusion

An agreement between firms within the same industry to limit competition by setting prices, production quotas, or dividing markets.

Entry Barriers

Entry barriers are obstacles that make it difficult for new competitors to enter an industry or market, which includes factors like high initial investment, strict regulations, and strong incumbency advantages.

Mutual Interdependence

A situation in oligopoly markets where the actions of one firm directly affect and are affected by the actions of other firms.

Monopolistic Competition

A market structure characterized by many firms selling products that are similar but not identical, allowing for significant influence over price.