How does Java's garbage collector handle cyclic references (objects referencing each other but not reachable from program)?

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Java - Memory Management Basics

AIt throws an error when cycles are detected

BIt cannot collect cyclic references, causing memory leaks

CIt requires manual intervention to break cycles

DIt detects and collects cyclically referenced objects if unreachable

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand cyclic references
Cyclic references occur when objects reference each other but are not reachable from any live thread.
Step 2: Know Java GC behavior
Java's garbage collector can detect unreachable cycles and collect them automatically.
Final Answer:
It detects and collects cyclically referenced objects if unreachable -> Option D
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Java GC handles unreachable cycles automatically [OK]

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