DSA SectionEasy

Queue using Stack

Detailed guide and Python implementation for the 'Queue using Stack' problem.

Problem Statement

Easy

Write a function execute_queue_using_stacks(operations) that simulates a Queue using two Stacks. The input is a list of tuples operations where each tuple is either ("enqueue", val) or ("dequeue",). Return the list of dequeued values.

Constraints
  • 0 <= len(operations) <= 1000

Examples

Example 1
Input
operations = [("enqueue", 1), ("enqueue", 2), ("dequeue",), ("enqueue", 3), ("dequeue",)]
Output
[1, 2]
Explanation

Enqueued elements are retrieved in FIFO order using LIFO stack operations.

Need a Hint?
Consider using Queues-specific data structures like sets or heaps.
Edge Cases to Watch
  • Empty input structures
  • Single element inputs
  • Large numerical bounds

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