guideline

Use a sequence of assignments for an aggregation when measured performance indicates.

Determine the impact of using an aggregate versus a sequence of assignments. Using an aggregate generally requires the use of a temporary variable. If the aggregate is "static" (i.e., its size and components are known at compile- or link-time, allowing link-time allocation and initialization), then it will generally be more efficient than a sequence of assignments. If the aggregate is "dynamic," then a series of assignments may be more efficient because no temporary variable is needed.