doubt in abstract method

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I have one doubt in abstract method.

Why can't we apply static keyword for abstract method?

Can you please tell me the reason?

Peter Chase

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Well, what does "static" mean? What does "abstract" mean? On what type of methods does polymorphism work [clue]?

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Jan Cumps

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A static method belongs to the class that declares it.
It is not polymorphic, and needs an implementation.
When it needs an implementation, it can't be abstract.

It's explained here and here and there and stated by the Sun Java Language specification (section 8.4.3.1 and 8.4.3.2).

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