What does the Ruby method p do differently compared to puts?

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Ruby - Basics and Runtime

What does the Ruby method p do differently compared to puts?

APrints without newline

BPrints the object's inspect string with newline

CPrints only numbers

DPrints without quotes

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand p method output
p outputs the object using its inspect method, showing quotes for strings and adding a newline.
Step 2: Compare with puts
puts outputs the string without quotes and adds a newline.
Final Answer:
Prints the object's inspect string with newline -> Option B
Quick Check:
p shows inspect output with newline = D [OK]

Quick Trick: p shows quotes and newline, puts does not [OK]

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