4.7.1 - Method Overloading (Compile-time)
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What is method overloading in Java?
💡 Hint: Think about functions that perform similar tasks.
Explain compile-time polymorphism.
💡 Hint: When does the method call get resolved in relation to code execution?
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What is the benefit of method overloading?
💡 Hint: Think about how similar tasks can be organized.
True or False: Compile-time polymorphism is determined during the execution of the program.
💡 Hint: Consider when the method resolution occurs.
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Create a Shape class that can calculate the area of a circle, rectangle, and square. Demonstrate method overloading by defining methods area with different parameter sets.
💡 Hint: Think about how to adapt the `area` method for each shape.
Discuss how method overloading can be used in a scenario where you need to sort data, such as integers and strings. Propose overloaded methods for sorting.
💡 Hint: Consider how sorting operations can differ based on data type.
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