14.3 - Creating Threads in Java
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Practice Questions
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What is the method called that must be overridden when creating a thread by extending the Thread class?
💡 Hint: Think about where the thread's action is defined.
Which interface must a class implement to create a thread using the Runnable approach?
💡 Hint: Focus on the method that needs to be defined.
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What method is called to start a thread in Java?
💡 Hint: Recall the terminology associated with thread execution.
True or False: You can directly invoke the run() method to start a thread.
💡 Hint: Think about the implications of direct method calls vs. thread initiation.
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Create a class that implements the Runnable interface, then write a program that creates three threads to print numbers from 1 to 5.
💡 Hint: Consider how many threads you are spawning and how they share the same implementation.
Discuss the trade-offs of using the Thread class versus the Runnable interface when designing a multi-threaded application.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how each design pattern can impact the scalability and maintainability of your code.
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