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What does the keyword 'new' do in the context of variable declarations in Java?

  • It defines a method within a class.
  • It creates an object instance from a class. (correct)
  • It converts a primitive type to an object.
  • It initializes a variable with a static value.

Which of the following statements is true about the Scanner class in Java?

  • It can only read data from user input.
  • It is only used for reading files.
  • It can only read entire lines of text.
  • It translates bytes from various sources into data. (correct)

How are parameters and arguments related to methods in Java?

  • Parameters and arguments are the same in Java.
  • Parameters are actual values while arguments are variables.
  • Parameters define how many arguments can be passed. (correct)
  • Arguments specify what type of parameters are accepted.

Which of the following best describes the term 'access modifier' in Java?

<p>A keyword that specifies the visibility of classes and their members. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'if' selection statement in Java?

<p>To make a decision based on a condition. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Java, what is the role of the 'main' method?

<p>It serves as an entry point of the application. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes the equality operator in Java?

<p>It checks if two references point to the same location in memory. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of declaring an instance variable as 'private' in Java?

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What is the main purpose of the Java virtual machine (JVM)?

<p>To execute Java byte code (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Void' keyword indicate in a Java method?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Java class libraries?

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What does the 'import' statement do in a Java program?

<p>It allows the compiler to locate the class being used (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the Java class structure?

<p>Every Java program must consist of at least one class (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are comments treated in Java programs?

<p>They are ignored by the compiler (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the main method in a Java application?

<p>It serves as the entry point for program execution (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will happen if a String in Java spans multiple lines of code?

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Flashcards

Software

A set of instructions that tells a computer what to do.

Hardware

The physical components of a computer system, such as the keyboard, monitor, and CPU.

Method

A block of code that performs a specific task.

Class

A blueprint for creating objects, containing methods and attributes.

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Attributes

Characteristics of an object, defined by the class it belongs to.

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Java Class Libraries

A set of pre-written classes and methods that can be used in Java programs.

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Compiler

A program that converts Java code into machine code.

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Integrated Development Environment (IDE)

An environment that provides tools for writing, editing, and debugging Java programs.

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Package

A grouping mechanism in Java that organizes related classes. Think of it as a folder for your code.

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Constructor

A special method that is called when an object of a class is created. It's like the object's welcome party!

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Main Method

A special method in Java that is the starting point of a program. It's like the main entrance!

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Static Variable

A special type of variable that belongs to a class, not individual objects. It's like shared information for all objects of the same class.

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Data Hiding

A way to restrict access to data within an object, protecting it from accidental changes. It's like having a private room for your data.

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Set and Get Methods

Methods that allow controlled access to private attributes. It's like having a gatekeeper for your data.

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Study Notes

Java Fundamentals

  • Java is a widely used programming language.
  • Software is the set of instructions written to be carried out by the computer.
  • Hardware are the computers themselves.

Methods and Classes

  • Tasks are performed by methods.
  • Methods contain program statements, hidden from the user.
  • Methods are grouped inside classes.
  • Classes are reused to create many objects, saving time and effort.

Objects and Attributes

  • Objects have attributes (characteristics) defined by the class's instance variables.
  • The class specifies the attributes of the object.

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