Mastering Java: The Ultimate Quiz for 'Thinking in Java'

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Why is platform independence considered an advantage in Java programming?

  1. It reduces the cost of software maintenance

  2. It eliminates the need for a Java Virtual Machine

  3. It ensures the fastest possible execution of code

  4. It allows Java to bypass system permissions for file access

The correct answer is: It reduces the cost of software maintenance

Platform independence in Java means that the same program can run on multiple operating systems without requiring any changes. This is considered an advantage because it reduces the cost of software maintenance as developers do not need to create and maintain separate versions of the program for each operating system. Option B is incorrect as Java still requires a Java Virtual Machine to run on different operating systems. Option C is incorrect as execution speed is not affected by platform independence. Option D is incorrect as Java does not bypass system permissions for file access, it follows the standard security protocols of the operating system.