You want to add a new animal type without changing existing code that uses Animal references. How does polymorphism help achieve this?

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C Sharp (C#) - Polymorphism and Abstract Classes

ABy making Animal methods static and adding new static methods

BBy creating a new class inheriting Animal and overriding methods

CBy rewriting all code that uses Animal references

DBy modifying the existing Animal class methods directly

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Use inheritance to add new animal
Creating a new class inheriting Animal allows extending functionality without changing existing code.
Step 2: Override polymorphic methods
Overriding methods like Speak ensures new animal behaves correctly when called via Animal references.
Final Answer:
By creating a new class inheriting Animal and overriding methods -> Option B
Quick Check:
Polymorphism supports extension without modifying existing code [OK]

Quick Trick: Add new types by subclassing and overriding methods [OK]

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