Why is sequential iteration over an array faster in practice?
ARecursive pointer hops
BHashed key distribution
CTree branch execution
DLocality of reference
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Locality of reference
Contiguous memory storage provides arrays with strong locality of reference.
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