1Z0-811 Exception Handling and Development Tools Practice Question
Exhibit
Exception in thread "main" java.io.FileNotFoundException: /data/config.txt (Permission denied)
at java.base/java.io.FileInputStream.open0(Native Method)
at java.base/java.io.FileInputStream.open(FileInputStream.java:219)
at java.base/java.io.FileInputStream.<init>(FileInputStream.java:157)
at com.example.ConfigLoader.load(ConfigLoader.java:35)
at com.example.Main.main(Main.java:12)Refer to the exhibit. Which action would best resolve this error without changing the code?
⚠ Common exam trap
The 1Z0-811 exam often tests the distinction between handling an exception (try-catch) and resolving its root cause (e.g., permissions), leading candidates to choose the try-catch option even though it does not fix the underlying issue.
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
✓
Grant read permission on the file.
The error is a FileNotFoundException, which occurs when the file does not exist or cannot be opened. Since the code is correct and the file path is valid, the most likely cause is insufficient permissions. Granting read permission on the file resolves the issue without modifying the code, as it allows the JVM to access the file for reading.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
Compile with -Xlint to get more details.
Why it's wrong here
-Xlint adds warnings but does not fix runtime errors.
- ✗
Change the file path to a directory that exists.
Why it's wrong here
The file path exists; the issue is permissions, not existence.
- ✗
Use a try-catch to handle FileNotFoundException.
Why it's wrong here
Handling the exception does not resolve the underlying permission problem.
- ✓
Grant read permission on the file.
Why this is correct
The error message explicitly says 'Permission denied', so adjusting permissions fixes the issue.
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