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Java: Synchronized and Locks

Why does synchronized on static methods matter in practice?

How can ReentrantLock help prevent deadlocks?

How would you explain a common mistake with intrinsic locks in a Java interview?

How can you minimize deadlock risk with ReentrantLock?

When should you use synchronized blocks over methods?

Why does synchronized on instance methods matter in practice?

Why is fairness important in thread locking?

How does tryLock differ from lock in ReentrantLock?

Why might you prefer ReentrantLock over synchronized in complex systems?

What happens when a thread accesses a synchronized method?