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1Z0-811 Exception Handling and Development Tools Practice Question
A method throws a checked exception. Which of the following is the correct way to handle it in the calling method?
⚠ Common exam trap
Oracle often tests the distinction between handling an exception (using try-catch) and deferring it (using throws), and the trap here is that candidates mistakenly think adding a throws clause is a form of handling, when in fact it only passes the responsibility up the call stack.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Enclose the call in a try-catch block.
Checked exceptions must be handled by the calling method either by catching them with a try-catch block or by declaring them in a throws clause. Since the question asks for the correct way to handle it, enclosing the call in a try-catch block is a valid and direct handling approach that prevents the exception from propagating unhandled.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Ignore the exception since it is checked.
Why it's wrong here
Checked exceptions must be handled or declared.
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Add a throws clause to the calling method.
Why it's wrong here
This does not handle the exception; it propagates it.
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Enclose the call in a try-catch block.
Why this is correct
Catching the exception handles it.
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Use a finally block without catch.
Why it's wrong here
Finally does not handle exceptions.
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Last reviewed: Jun 30, 2026
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