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Find K Closest Elements

Explore how to efficiently find k integers closest to a given target in a sorted array. Understand the use of modified binary search to compare distances and resolve ties by choosing the smaller value. This lesson helps you implement a solution that returns the closest elements sorted, preparing you for common coding interview challenges.

Statement

You are given a sorted array of integers, nums, and two integers, target and k. Your task is to return k number of integers that are close to the target value, target. The integers in the output array should be in a sorted order.

An integer, nums[i], is considered to be closer to target, as compared to nums[j] when |nums[i] - target| << |nums[j] - target|. However, when |nums[i] - target| == ...