9.2.1 - Instance Methods
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What is an instance method?
💡 Hint: Think of instance methods as functions related to specific objects.
Can instance methods access static variables?
💡 Hint: Recall the difference between instance and static variables.
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What is the main requirement for invoking an instance method?
💡 Hint: Consider what links the method to a specific object.
Instance methods can access which type of variables?
💡 Hint: Remember the difference between instance and static variables.
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Write a Java class called BankAccount that has instance methods to deposit, withdraw, and check the current balance. Demonstrate how these methods interact with account data.
💡 Hint: Make sure to initialize the balance and demonstrate each method's effect.
Create a class called Person that has instance methods to set and get the person's name and age. Show how these methods manipulate instance variables.
💡 Hint: Remember to account for encapsulation principles in your design.
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