PCPP2 Design Patterns Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are true about the Template Method pattern?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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The base class defines the skeleton of an algorithm
It provides a skeleton algorithm and allows subclasses to override steps.
Answer analysis
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The base class defines the skeleton of an algorithm
Why this is correct
This is the definition of the Template Method.
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It uses inheritance to vary parts of an algorithm
Why this is correct
Inheritance is the primary mechanism for the Template Method pattern.
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It forces the use of multiple inheritance
Why it's wrong here
It does not require multiple inheritance.
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Subclasses are not allowed to override any methods
Why it's wrong here
Subclasses must override specific steps (hooks).
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It is a Creational pattern
Why it's wrong here
It is a Behavioral pattern.
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