Core Java · interview question
In Java, what is the result of calling an overridden method on a subclass object when referenced via a superclass type?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
C. The subclass method is executed if it has overridden the superclass method.
Why
In Java, dynamic method dispatch ensures that the method of the actual object type, not the reference type, is called if it is overridden.
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