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Why is asking about dataset size before designing an autocomplete search box a high-leverage clarifying question?
A
It doesn't actually matter for the design
B
A small dataset can be searched entirely client-side with zero network round trips, while a large dataset requires a server-side search index and per-keystroke network requests — architecturally different designs, not a matter of degree
C
It only affects how the UI looks visually
D
It only matters for backend engineers, not frontend
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