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Third Maximum Number

Explore how to identify the third distinct maximum number in an integer array by applying the top k elements pattern with heaps. Learn to handle arrays with fewer than three distinct elements by returning the maximum, and implement your solution in a coding environment. This lesson solidifies problem-solving skills for coding interviews with practical examples.

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Given an integer array, nums, determine and return the third distinct maximum element in the ...