Which of the following lines will cause a syntax error in Java?

easy📝 Syntax Q12 of 15

Java - Strings and String Handling

AString name = "Alice";

BString name = 'Alice';

CString name = "Bob";

DString name = "Charlie";

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Identify correct string literal syntax
Java strings must be enclosed in double quotes, not single quotes.
Step 2: Check each option
String name = 'Alice'; uses single quotes which is invalid for strings in Java, causing a syntax error.
Final Answer:
String name = 'Alice'; -> Option B
Quick Check:
Strings need double quotes, single quotes cause syntax error [OK]

Quick Trick: Remember: Java strings use double quotes only [OK]

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