Which of the following is the correct syntax to inherit class Animal in Java?

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Java - Inheritance

Which of the following is the correct syntax to inherit class Animal in Java?

Aclass Dog inherits Animal {}

Bclass Dog extends Animal {}

Cclass Dog implements Animal {}

Dclass Dog uses Animal {}

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Recall Java inheritance syntax
Java uses the keyword extends to inherit from a class.
Step 2: Check each option
class Dog extends Animal {} uses extends, which is correct. Options A, C, and D use wrong keywords.
Final Answer:
class Dog extends Animal {} -> Option B
Quick Check:
Inheritance keyword = extends [OK]

Quick Trick: Use 'extends' keyword to inherit a class in Java [OK]

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