1.2 - Data Abstraction and Encapsulation
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Practice Questions
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What does data abstraction do in programming?
💡 Hint: Think about how you interact with everyday objects.
Define encapsulation.
💡 Hint: Consider how classes in programming work.
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What is the main benefit of data abstraction?
💡 Hint: Think about why programmers would want to simplify interfaces.
True or False: Encapsulation restricts access to class members.
💡 Hint: Consider how you would share or keep information private.
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Challenge Problems
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Create a class representing a library book, utilizing both abstraction and encapsulation. Include methods for borrowing and returning the book while ensuring that the book's status is kept private.
💡 Hint: Think about what attributes are necessary to track without exposing them to users.
Imagine you are designing a gaming application. Discuss how you would apply abstraction and encapsulation to manage the player's character effectively.
💡 Hint: Consider how you would manage character state while keeping internal mechanics hidden.
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