This 1Z0-829 practice question tests your understanding of handling exceptions. The scenario asks you to isolate a root cause — eliminate options that address a different problem before choosing. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Exhibit
Refer to the exhibit.
```
public class ExceptionDemo {
public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
throw new RuntimeException("A");
} catch (RuntimeException e) {
throw new RuntimeException("B");
} finally {
throw new RuntimeException("C");
}
}
}
```
What is the result when the main method is executed?
Exhibit
Refer to the exhibit.
```
public class ExceptionDemo {
public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
throw new RuntimeException("A");
} catch (RuntimeException e) {
throw new RuntimeException("B");
} finally {
throw new RuntimeException("C");
}
}
}
```
A
Both B and C are printed and the program terminates.
Why wrong: Incorrect. The try block throws an exception before executing the print statement for 'A', so 'A' is never printed. The exception is caught by the ArithmeticException handler, which prints 'C'.
B
B is printed and the program terminates.
Why wrong: Incorrect. The ArithmeticException is caught by its specific handler (prints 'C'), not by the broader Exception handler (which would print 'B'). Therefore, 'B' is not printed.
C
C is printed and the program terminates.
Correct. The try block throws an ArithmeticException, which is caught by the catch (ArithmeticException e) block, printing 'C'. The finally block executes but does not throw an exception, so the program terminates normally after printing 'C'.
D
A is printed and the program terminates.
Why wrong: Incorrect. Option D is not among the original choices; it was listed as 'D: A is printed and the program terminates.' This is incorrect because the exception prevents the print of 'A'.
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
✓
C is printed and the program terminates.
The question stem does not include the program code; therefore, the result cannot be determined.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
✗
Both B and C are printed and the program terminates.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. The try block throws an exception before executing the print statement for 'A', so 'A' is never printed. The exception is caught by the ArithmeticException handler, which prints 'C'.
✗
B is printed and the program terminates.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. The ArithmeticException is caught by its specific handler (prints 'C'), not by the broader Exception handler (which would print 'B'). Therefore, 'B' is not printed.
✓
C is printed and the program terminates.
Why this is correct
Correct. The try block throws an ArithmeticException, which is caught by the catch (ArithmeticException e) block, printing 'C'. The finally block executes but does not throw an exception, so the program terminates normally after printing 'C'.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
✗
A is printed and the program terminates.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Option D is not among the original choices; it was listed as 'D: A is printed and the program terminates.' This is incorrect because the exception prevents the print of 'A'.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
The trap here is that candidates often mistakenly think that the finally block always prints something or that the catch block for a broader exception (like Exception) will execute, but the specific exception type (ArithmeticException) is matched first, and the finally block does not alter the flow unless it contains a return or throw statement.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Under the hood, when an exception is thrown, the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) unwinds the call stack looking for a matching catch block. The finally block is guaranteed to execute regardless of whether an exception is thrown or caught, unless the JVM exits abruptly (e.g., System.exit()). In real-world scenarios, this pattern is used to ensure resource cleanup (e.g., closing database connections or file streams) even when exceptions occur, preventing resource leaks.
KKey Concepts to Remember
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
TExam Day Tips
→Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
→Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A practitioner preparing for the 1Z0-829 exam encounters this exact type of scenario on the job. The correct answer here is not the most general option — it is the best answer for the specific constraint described. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Real exam questions reward reading the full scenario before eliminating options, because the constraint defines which answer fits.
What to study next
Got this wrong? Here's your next step.
Identify which exam domain this question belongs to, review the core concept, then practise similar questions from the same domain.
Handling Exceptions — This question tests Handling Exceptions — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: C is printed and the program terminates. — The question stem does not include the program code; therefore, the result cannot be determined.
What should I do if I get this 1Z0-829 question wrong?
Identify which exam domain this question belongs to, review the core concept, then practise similar questions from the same domain.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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