[Solved] Why does this method cause a compilation error?public String getText() { System.out.println("Hello"); } | Java

Java - Methods and Code Reusability

Why does this method cause a compilation error?

public String getText() {
  System.out.println("Hello");
}

AVoid return type required

BIncorrect print syntax

CMethod name is invalid

DMissing return statement for non-void method

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check method return type
The method declares return type String, so it must return a String value.
Step 2: Verify method body
The method only prints text but does not return anything, causing compilation error.
Final Answer:
Missing return statement for non-void method -> Option D
Quick Check:
Non-void methods must return a value [OK]

Quick Trick: Non-void methods must always return a value [OK]

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