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what is data structure and why is an array called a data structure
Data structure is a data organization, management, and storage format that enables access and modification. An array is a number of elements in a specific order, typically all of the same type
What do data structures serve as a basis for
Data structures serve as the basis for abstract data types
What do data structures help design
Efficient data structures are key to designing efficient algorithms.

Question: Where do the structures retireve information from
Self-contained rewrite: Where do data structures retrieve information from