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What is the difference between static and dynamic arrays?

Updated Apr 28, 2026

Short answer

Static arrays have fixed size; dynamic arrays resize automatically.

Deep explanation

Dynamic arrays allocate new memory when capacity is exceeded and copy elements.

Real-world example

JavaScript arrays are dynamic.

Common mistakes

  • Ignoring resize cost.

Follow-up questions

  • What is resizing?
  • Why dynamic?

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