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1Z0-811 Exception Handling and Development Tools Practice Question
Which statement about the Java compiler is true?
⚠ Common exam trap
Watch out — candidates often confuse the Java compiler with a traditional compiler (like GCC) that produces native machine code, leading them to choose Option A, but the Java compiler's output is platform-independent bytecode, not native code.
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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It translates Java source code into bytecode.
The Java compiler (javac) translates human-readable Java source code (.java files) into platform-independent bytecode (.class files). This bytecode is then executed by the Java Virtual Machine (JVM), not directly by the operating system. Option D correctly identifies this translation step.
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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It translates Java source code into native machine code.
Why it's wrong here
The compiler outputs bytecode, not machine code.
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It produces executable files that run directly on the OS.
Why it's wrong here
Bytecode requires JVM to run.
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It executes Java programs.
Why it's wrong here
Execution is done by JVM.
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It translates Java source code into bytecode.
Why this is correct
javac produces .class files containing bytecode.
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