Freeing memory for array in c++? [duplicate]

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Should the memory be freed for the array declaration like below and if so how? I only found delete for dynamic array allocation but no proper description for this kind of array.

char firstname[20];

For dynamic array allocation, it's delete[] not delete. But you're better of using std::vector<> for dynamic arrays instead, it's got a much easier interface including .resize. — MSalters
– MSalters, Commented Mar 18, 2014 at 0:12
This declares an array that is either global or (inside a function) is automatic. In both cases, the runtime asigns memory and frees it appropiately. Just like if it was an, e.g., int. — vonbrand
– vonbrand, Commented Mar 18, 2014 at 0:51

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No, since it is allocated on stack.

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