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3. class Dozens {
4. int[] dz = {1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12};
5. }
6.
7. public class Eggs {
8. public static void main(String[] args) {
9. Dozens [] da = new Dozens[3];
10. da[0] = new Dozens();
11. Dozens d = new Dozens();
12. da[1] = d;
13. d = null;
14. da[1]= null;
15. // do stuff
16.
17. }
18.
19. }
20.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY...THANKS

Question: How many objects are created within the "main() method",
and how many of those are eligible for garbage collection when line
14 is reached?¿?

Answer: five objects created and two objects eligible for garbage
collection. (REMEMBER "WITHIN THE MAIN METHOD").

The above answer would be correct if:
Dozens [] da refers to an object of type "Dozens array".

And if:
each newly created Dozen object has its own int array Object, meaning:
da[0] = new Dozens(); are two objects!!

1. Dozens Object.
2. int[] array Object

And, does this have anything to do with the "HAS-A" theory?¿?

I will be greatfull if anyone can clearify my doubts.

 
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Please use code tags to write codes. Thanks
 
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Whatever you are saying is true. The explaination is perfect. Yes It is because of the Has-A relationship between Dozen and the int array.
 
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Neha Daga wrote:Please use code tags to write codes. Thanks


Thanks...I understand you and would appreciate better if after correcting
me "on quote tags", you end it up clearifying my doubts okay?¿? Thanks.
 
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well I did that.
 
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Neha Daga wrote:well I did that.


Thanks body...
 
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Please => SearchFirst <= and => UseCodeTags <=. Discussed recently!
 
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Ikpefua, there are a few guidelines that you should keep in mind while posting on javaranch. Using Code Tags is one of them. When you use code tags around your code, the code is easier to read. Also please mention the source when you post a mock exam question...
 
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Thanks a lot for your information/advise, as you can see Im completely new in this game, such info would help me construct better posts in future. Thanks once again.
 
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