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The Big-O notation is used to represent asymptotic upper bounds. It describes relevant time or space complexity of algorithms. Big-O analysis provides a coarse and simplified estimate of a problem difficulty.

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If by the question the interviewer really meant to ask “can we make sure each incoming number is processed in constant time”, then as many already pointed out (e.g. see @duedl0r's answer), your friend …
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