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This guide covers object equality in Java, focusing on the difference between the ==
operator (reference comparison) and the .equals()
method (content comparison). It explains how to compare Strings and other objects, including custom classes. It also provides practice questions and exam tips for the AP Computer Science A exam.
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Question 1 of 10
What does the ==
operator compare when used with objects in Java? 🤔
The content of the objects
The memory locations (references) of the objects
The data types of the objects
The size of the objects