[Solved] Consider a Builder pattern implementation that constructs a computer system with components... After invoking the Director to build a minimal system, what would print(system) most likely display? | OOP & Design Patterns

OOP & Design Patterns - Factory vs Abstract Factory vs Builder - When to Use Each

Consider a Builder pattern implementation that constructs a computer system with components like CPU, RAM, and Storage. After invoking the Director to build a minimal system, what would print(system) most likely display?

AComputer parts: CPU, RAM

BComputer parts: CPU, RAM, Storage, GPU

CComputer parts: Storage, GPU

DComputer parts: None

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the Director's role
The Director controls the building process and typically builds a minimal or basic configuration.
Step 2: Identify minimal components
A minimal computer system usually includes CPU and RAM but may omit optional parts like Storage or GPU.
Final Answer:
Option A → Option A
Quick Check:
Minimal build includes essential parts only. [OK]

Quick Trick: Minimal build means essential parts only, usually CPU and RAM. [OK]

Common Mistakes:

MISTAKES

Assuming all parts are always included regardless of build type
Confusing optional parts as mandatory in minimal build
Ignoring the Director's control over build steps

Trap Explanation:

PITFALL

Assuming Director builds all parts by default, ignoring minimal build logic.

Interviewer Note:

CONTEXT

Tests understanding of Builder pattern's Director and product composition.

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After invoking the Director to build a minimal system, what would print(system) most likely display?

Step 1: Understand the Director's role

Step 2: Identify minimal components

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