23.4.3 - Memory Effects of Synchronization
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What happens when a thread enters a synchronized block?
💡 Hint: Think about how threads see updates.
Define a memory consistency error.
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of improper synchronization.
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What happens when a thread enters a synchronized block in Java?
💡 Hint: Consider why visibility is important.
True or False: Exiting a synchronized block pushes changes to working memory.
💡 Hint: Think about where changes need to be visible.
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Suppose you have two threads that update a shared variable without synchronization. Explain potential outcomes.
💡 Hint: Think about race conditions and visibility.
Write a multithreaded Java program that demonstrates the correct use of synchronization and discuss the importance of memory effects.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when threads enter and exit these blocks.
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