Why does C# use a virtual method dispatch mechanism instead of static method calls for virtual methods?

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C Sharp (C#) - Polymorphism and Abstract Classes

ATo enable runtime polymorphism and call the correct override based on object type.

BTo improve compile-time performance by avoiding method lookups.

CTo prevent derived classes from overriding base methods.

DTo enforce method hiding instead of overriding.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand purpose of virtual dispatch
Virtual dispatch allows the program to decide at runtime which method implementation to call based on the actual object type.
Step 2: Contrast with static calls
Static calls are fixed at compile-time and cannot support polymorphism, which is essential for flexible object-oriented design.
Final Answer:
To enable runtime polymorphism and call the correct override based on object type. -> Option A
Quick Check:
Virtual dispatch enables runtime polymorphism [OK]

Quick Trick: Virtual dispatch enables runtime method selection [OK]

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