Why is it recommended to use super() instead of directly calling the parent class method when extending behavior?

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Python - Inheritance and Code Reuse

Why is it recommended to use super() instead of directly calling the parent class method when extending behavior?

Asuper() disables the parent method

Bsuper() supports multiple inheritance and method resolution order

CDirect parent calls are faster and preferred

DDirect calls automatically update child methods

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the advantage of super()
super() respects Python's method resolution order (MRO), important in multiple inheritance.
Step 2: Compare with direct parent calls
Direct calls ignore MRO and can cause errors or skip methods in complex inheritance.
Final Answer:
super() supports multiple inheritance and method resolution order -> Option B
Quick Check:
super() handles MRO correctly = C [OK]

Quick Trick: Use super() for safe calls in multiple inheritance [OK]

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