Object-Oriented Programming Inheritance Concepts

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Define inheritance in object-oriented programming.

Inheritance allows us to define a class in terms of another class, enabling code reuse and faster implementation time.

What is the benefit of using inheritance in programming?

Inheritance allows for easier creation and maintenance of an application by reusing code functionality.

What are base and derived classes in inheritance?

Base class is the existing class from which properties and behaviors are inherited, while derived class is the new class that inherits from the base class.

Can a class be derived from multiple base classes in object-oriented programming?

<p>Yes, a class can be derived from more than one class or interface, inheriting data and functions from multiple sources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the syntax used in VB.Net for creating derived classes?

<p>The syntax used in VB.Net for creating derived classes involves specifying the base class from which the new class will inherit.</p> Signup and view all the answers