String S  and Other Objects That Can't Be Changed Are

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Essay

String s  and other objects that can't be changed are said to be immutable. What does this mean and how does it relate to values held in memory addresses?

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Definitions:

Controlling Interest

Controlling interest is an ownership interest in a corporation that gives the shareholder sufficient voting power to influence or direct the company's management and policies.

Common Stock

Equity ownership in a corporation, representing a claim on its earnings and assets, and conferring voting rights in certain corporate decisions.

Cost Method

This accounting approach involves recording an investment at its original cost without adjusting for changes in market value.

Equity Method

An accounting technique used to record investments in other companies where the investor has significant influence but does not have full control.