The Use of the Static Keyword in a Method Declaration

question 16

Multiple Choice

The use of the static keyword in a method declaration implies which of the following?

• A) The method can only operate on immutable objects.
• B) The method can only be called from within the main method.
• C) The method cannot be overloaded.
• D) The method can have only explicit parameters.

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