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What if both ‘try’ and ‘finally’ have return statements?
Track: Java
Topic: Exceptions
Focus: try catch finally
Java: try catch finally
Answer
The 'finally' block's return overrides the 'try' block's return.
If both 'try' and 'finally' blocks contain return statements, the return in the 'finally' block overrides the one in the 'try' block. This can lead to unexpected behavior if you assume the 'try' return will execute. For instance, in a method returning a value, ensure the 'finally' doesn't unintentionally change the return value.
If both 'try' and 'finally' blocks contain return statements, the return in the 'finally' block overrides the one in the 'try' block. This can lead to unexpected behavior if you assume the 'try' return will execute. For instance, in a method returning a value, ensure the 'finally' doesn't unintentionally change the return value.
Topics: Exceptions Java try catch finally