Java Chapter 13 Flashcards

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An abstract method cannot be contained in what type of class?

nonabstract class

If a subclass of an abstract superclass does not implement all the abstract methods, the subclass must be defined abstract.

True

In a nonabstract subclass extended from an abstract class, all abstract methods must be implemented.

True

An abstract class cannot be instantiated using which operator?

new Signup and view all the answers

A class that contains abstract methods must be abstract.

True Signup and view all the answers

In the case of abstract classes, can you create instances using the new operator?

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A subclass can be abstract even if its superclass is concrete.

True Signup and view all the answers

For example, the Object class is concrete, but its subclasses, such as what, may be abstract?

GeometricObject Signup and view all the answers

A subclass can override a method from its superclass to define it abstract.

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You cannot create an instance from an abstract class using the new operator, but an abstract class can be used as a data type.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct statement for creating an array whose elements are of GeometricObject type?

GeometricObject[] geo = new GeometricObject; Signup and view all the answers

An instance of java.util.Date represents what?

a specific instant in time with millisecond precision Signup and view all the answers

Subclasses of Calendar can implement specific calendar systems.

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For example, java.util.GregorianCalendar is supported in which package?

Java API Signup and view all the answers

You can use new GregorianCalendar() to construct a default GregorianCalendar with the current time.

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The fields defined in the Calendar class are public final.

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What does an interface in Java contain?

only constants and abstract methods Signup and view all the answers

All data fields in an interface are public final and all methods are public abstract.

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An interface can be distinguished from a class by following syntax: public interface InterfaceName {}.

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What is the method defined in the Edible interface for specifying how an object can be eaten?

public abstract String howToEat() Signup and view all the answers

In Java, a class can implement multiple interfaces.

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An interface is treated like what in Java?

a special class Signup and view all the answers

Variables of an interface type can reference any instance of a class that implements that interface.

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You can use an interface as a data type and cast a variable of an interface type to what?

its subclass Signup and view all the answers

Abstract classes and interfaces can both be used to model common features.

True Signup and view all the answers

In Java, what should a class use to hide its data from direct access from clients?

private modifier Signup and view all the answers

A class should present two contracts: one for the users and one for the extenders. True or False?

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Match the following Java concepts with their definitions:

Abstract Class = Cannot be instantiated and may contain abstract methods. Interface = Specifies common behavior for classes. Concrete Class = Can be instantiated and implements all methods. Marker Interface = An empty interface with no methods. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Abstract Classes and Methods

An abstract method is exclusive to abstract classes; it cannot exist in nonabstract classes.
A subclass must also be abstract if it fails to implement all inherited abstract methods.
Nonabstract subclasses must implement all abstract methods from their abstract superclass, even if these methods remain unused.
Abstract classes cannot be instantiated using the new operator, but their constructors can be defined and invoked in subclasses.
An abstract class may exist without abstract methods, but it still cannot be instantiated.

Class Instances and Relationships

Abstract classes serve as base classes for subclasses, preventing direct instantiation.
Subclasses can be declared abstract even when their superclasses are concrete.
It's possible to define abstract subclasses with concrete superclasses, exemplified by the Object class and its subclasses like GeometricObject.
Abstract methods in subclasses can override methods from superclasses when a superclass method becomes irrelevant, necessitating that the subclass be abstract.

Interfaces and Implementation

An interface is a construct containing only constants and abstract methods, aimed at defining common behavior among objects.
Interfaces allow classification, such as specifying whether an object is comparable or edible via appropriate methods.
The interface syntax mandates public methods and constant declarations without implementation specifics.
A class can implement multiple interfaces but may face errors if conflicting definitions arise.

Java Collections and Comparable Interface

Java utilizes wrapper classes to provide operations on primitive types, where each wrapper class implements the Comparable interface, enabling comparison through the compareTo method.
The java.util.Arrays.sort(array) method necessitates elements implementing Comparable for sorting.
Marker interfaces signify classes possessing certain properties without defining constants or methods, such as Cloneable enabling cloning capabilities in Java classes.

Designing Reliable Classes

Class design promotes reuse and flexibility, allowing incorporation in various contexts without imposing restrictions.
Good practice entails a public no-argument constructor, as well as overriding essential methods like equals and toString.
Class fields should remain private, only accessed via public getter and setter methods to safeguard data integrity.
Fields meant solely for internal class use should be kept private to avoid direct interactions with clients.

Class Structure and Responsibilities

It is beneficial to separate responsibilities into distinct classes, ensuring clarity and manageability.
User access should be controlled through explicit public methods for modifying private data, preventing undesired changes.
A clear distinction between class contracts exists for users and extenders, emphasizing encapsulation and method visibility strategies.

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Java Chapter 13 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

An abstract method cannot be contained in what type of class?

If a subclass of an abstract superclass does not implement all the abstract methods, the subclass must be defined abstract.

In a nonabstract subclass extended from an abstract class, all abstract methods must be implemented.

An abstract class cannot be instantiated using which operator?

A class that contains abstract methods must be abstract.

In the case of abstract classes, can you create instances using the new operator?

A subclass can be abstract even if its superclass is concrete.

For example, the Object class is concrete, but its subclasses, such as what, may be abstract?

A subclass can override a method from its superclass to define it abstract.

You cannot create an instance from an abstract class using the new operator, but an abstract class can be used as a data type.

What is the correct statement for creating an array whose elements are of GeometricObject type?

An instance of java.util.Date represents what?

Subclasses of Calendar can implement specific calendar systems.

For example, java.util.GregorianCalendar is supported in which package?

You can use new GregorianCalendar() to construct a default GregorianCalendar with the current time.

The fields defined in the Calendar class are public final.

What does an interface in Java contain?

All data fields in an interface are public final and all methods are public abstract.

An interface can be distinguished from a class by following syntax: public interface InterfaceName {}.

What is the method defined in the Edible interface for specifying how an object can be eaten?

In Java, a class can implement multiple interfaces.

An interface is treated like what in Java?

Variables of an interface type can reference any instance of a class that implements that interface.

You can use an interface as a data type and cast a variable of an interface type to what?

Abstract classes and interfaces can both be used to model common features.

In Java, what should a class use to hide its data from direct access from clients?

A class should present two contracts: one for the users and one for the extenders. True or False?

Match the following Java concepts with their definitions:

Study Notes

Abstract Classes and Methods

Class Instances and Relationships

Interfaces and Implementation

Java Collections and Comparable Interface

Designing Reliable Classes

Class Structure and Responsibilities

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