How can you safely duplicate a frozen string to modify the copy without affecting the original?

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Ruby - String Operations

AUse <code>dup</code> method to create a mutable copy.

BAssign the frozen string to a new variable directly.

CUse <code>freeze</code> again on the original string.

DConvert the string to a symbol.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand duplication of frozen strings
Direct assignment copies the reference, so both variables point to the same frozen string.
Step 2: Use dup to create a mutable copy
The dup method creates a new string object that is not frozen and can be modified.
Final Answer:
Use dup method to create a mutable copy. -> Option A
Quick Check:
dup creates mutable copy of frozen string [OK]

Quick Trick: Use dup to copy frozen strings for editing [OK]

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