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Solution: K Empty Slots

Explore the K Empty Slots problem where you determine the earliest day two bulbs are on with exactly k bulbs off between them. Understand how to use a days array and a min heap to efficiently check bulb activation order, avoiding day-by-day simulation. This lesson guides you through a linear time and space solution, enhancing your skills in problem pattern recognition and heap usage.

Statement

You are given nn bulbs arranged in a row, numbered from 11 to nn. Initially, all bulbs are turned off.

Each day, exactly one bulb is switched on. You are given an array, bulbs of length ...