9 - Scope and Lifetime of Variables in Methods
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What is a local variable?
💡 Hint: Think about where it can be used.
Do local variables retain their value after a method has finished executing?
💡 Hint: Consider their lifespan.
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What are local variables?
💡 Hint: Recall the context of local variables.
True or False: Instance variables can be accessed by any method in the class.
💡 Hint: Think about the visibility of instance variables.
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Write a Java program that illustrates the difference between local and instance variables by calculating the total score from different methods and displaying it.
💡 Hint: Look at how to manipulate and display both types of variables.
Discuss a real-world analogy for local and instance variables, illustrate their lifetimes, and explain how they interact in a large project.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of temporary vs. permanent roles in project execution.
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