Reverse Nodes in K Group

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2Answer out loud, not in your head
3Then compare with the answer below
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  1. 01Use a dummy predecessor
  2. 02Find the kth node before mutation
  3. 03Leave an incomplete suffix unchanged
  4. 04Reverse the k-node interval
  5. 05Reconnect head and tail

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Then expect these follow-ups

  • Why does the dummy node simplify the first group?

    Tests: correctness reasoning

  • Which node becomes groupPrev after a reversal?

    Tests: follow-up reasoning

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