PCPP1 Advanced Object Oriented Programming Practice Question
Which magic method is triggered when an object is deleted using the 'del' keyword?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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__del__
The __del__ method is called when the object's reference count reaches zero.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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__clear__
Why it's wrong here
Does not exist.
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__del__
Why this is correct
This is the finalizer method.
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__remove__
Why it's wrong here
Does not exist.
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__destroy__
Why it's wrong here
Does not exist.
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