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Java: Composition vs Inheritance

Why does deep inheritance hierarchies matter in practice?

How does Java support multiple inheritance?

What keyword is used for inheritance in Java?

What are common pitfalls of using inheritance?

How would you explain a common design judgment when deciding between inheritance and composition in an interview?

What are the tradeoffs of using inheritance for code reuse?

How can deep inheritance hierarchies lead to brittle code?

How can design patterns help with composition over inheritance?

Why are constructors important in early object design?

How would you explain a brittle hierarchy in an interview?