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Introduction to Exceptions in Java

What are Exceptions in Java? An exception is an event in Java that disrupts the normal
flow of a program. It indicates an error or abnormal condition, which can be handled using
Java's exception handling mechanism (i.e., try-catch blocks).

Interview Question:

 Q: What are exceptions in Java, and how are they handled?

 A: Exceptions are events that interrupt the normal flow of execution in a program.
They are objects of classes that extend Throwable. You handle them using try-
catch blocks, where you place code that may cause an exception in the try block and
catch the exception in the catch block.

2. Types of Exceptions in Java

Checked vs Unchecked Exceptions

 Checked Exceptions: These must be either caught or declared to be thrown.

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Here’s a brief explanation of each topic related to exceptions in Java, with examples and a
simple breakdown of how they work.

1. What are Exceptions in Java?

An exception is an event that disrupts the normal flow of a program. It is used to signal that
something unexpected has happened, which requires special handling.

 Example:

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public class Test {
public static void main(String[] args) {
 int result = 10 / 0; // Division by zero will cause an
ArithmeticException
}
}

How it works: The division by zero causes an exception (ArithmeticException),

which disrupts the normal flow of the program.

2. Types of Exceptions in Java (Checked vs Unchecked)

 Checked Exceptions: These exceptions are checked at compile time, and the
programmer must handle them (e.g., IOException, SQLException).
 Unchecked Exceptions: These exceptions are not checked at compile time and
usually occur due to programming errors (e.g., NullPointerException,
ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException).
 Example of Checked Exception (IOException):

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import java.io.*;

public class Test {

public static void main(String[] args) throws IOException {
FileReader reader = new
FileReader("nonexistentfile.txt"); // Throws IOException
}
}

How it works: The program attempts to open a file that doesn’t exist, which causes a
FileNotFoundException. Since it’s a checked exception, we need to declare throws
IOException in the method signature.

 Example of Unchecked Exception (NullPointerException):

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public class Test {
public static void main(String[] args) {
String str = null;
System.out.println(str.length()); // Throws
NullPointerException
}
}

How it works: Accessing a method on a null object reference causes a

NullPointerException, which is an unchecked exception, so it doesn’t need to be
explicitly handled.
3. Exception Hierarchy in Java

In Java, all exceptions are part of a hierarchy rooted in the Throwable class:

 Error: Represents serious problems that programs cannot handle (e.g.,

OutOfMemoryError).
 Exception: Represents conditions that programs can catch and handle (e.g.,
IOException).
 Example:

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try {
throw new OutOfMemoryError("Memory overflow");
} catch (Error e) {
System.out.println("Caught an error: " + e.getMessage());
}

How it works: Errors usually indicate unrecoverable conditions and are not typically
handled in Java code.

4. Throw and Throws in Java

 throw: Used to explicitly throw an exception.

 throws: Used in method signatures to declare that a method can throw an exception.
 Example of throw:

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public class Test {
public void checkAge(int age) {
if (age < 18) {
throw new IllegalArgumentException("Age must be 18 or
older");
}
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

Test test = new Test();
test.checkAge(15); // Throws IllegalArgumentException
}
}

How it works: The method checkAge explicitly throws an exception if the age is less
than 18.

 Example of throws:

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 public class Test {
public void readFile() throws IOException {
FileReader reader = new FileReader("nonexistentfile.txt");
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

Test test = new Test();
try {
test.readFile(); // Declared IOException must be handled
} catch (IOException e) {
System.out.println("File not found");
}
}
}

How it works: The readFile() method is declared with throws IOException,

meaning it may throw an IOException, and the caller must handle it.

5. Try-Catch Block

The try-catch block is used to handle exceptions. The code that might throw an exception
goes inside the try block, and the exception is handled inside the catch block.

 Example:

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public class Test {
public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
int result = 10 / 0; // This will throw an
ArithmeticException
} catch (ArithmeticException e) {
System.out.println("Error: " + e.getMessage());
}
}
}

How it works: The division by zero causes an ArithmeticException, which is

caught and handled in the catch block.

6. Finally Block

The finally block is used to execute code that must always run, regardless of whether an
exception occurred or not (e.g., closing resources).

 Example:

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public class Test {
 public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
int result = 10 / 2; // No exception occurs
} catch (Exception e) {
System.out.println("Exception caught");
} finally {
System.out.println("This will always execute.");
}
}
}

How it works: The finally block runs regardless of whether an exception was
thrown or not, ensuring cleanup actions (like closing resources) are performed.

7. Custom Exceptions

You can create your own exceptions by extending the Exception class (for checked
exceptions) or RuntimeException class (for unchecked exceptions).

 Example:

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class InvalidAgeException extends Exception {
public InvalidAgeException(String message) {
super(message);
}
}

public class Test {

public static void main(String[] args) throws InvalidAgeException
{
throw new InvalidAgeException("Age cannot be negative");
}
}

How it works: We created a custom checked exception InvalidAgeException by

extending Exception. It is thrown with a specific message when the age is invalid.

8. Multi-Catch in Java

Introduced in Java 7, the multi-catch feature allows you to catch multiple exceptions in a
single catch block.

 Example:

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public class Test {
public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
 String str = null;
int result = Integer.parseInt("abc"); // Causes
NumberFormatException
} catch (NullPointerException | NumberFormatException e) {
System.out.println("Caught an exception: " +
e.getMessage());
}
}
}

How it works: The catch block catches both NullPointerException and

NumberFormatException in a single block, improving readability.

9. Rethrowing Exceptions

You can rethrow an exception to delegate the responsibility of handling it to a higher-level

method.

 Example:

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public class Test {
public void methodA() throws IOException {
try {
throw new IOException("File not found");
} catch (IOException e) {
throw new RuntimeException("Wrapped IOException", e); //
Rethrow as RuntimeException
}
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

Test test = new Test();
try {
test.methodA();
} catch (RuntimeException e) {
System.out.println("Caught rethrown exception: " +
e.getMessage());
}
}
}

How it works: The IOException is caught and wrapped into a RuntimeException,

which is then rethrown.

10. Best Practices for Exception Handling

 Catch specific exceptions rather than generic ones (like Exception).

 Use finally to release resources (e.g., closing files).
 Avoid using exceptions for normal control flow.
  Log exceptions instead of suppressing them.

11. Try-with-Resources (Auto-Closing Resources)

Introduced in Java 7, try-with-resources automatically closes resources like files or

streams when they are no longer needed.

 Example:

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import java.io.*;

public class Test {

public static void main(String[] args) {
try (BufferedReader reader = new BufferedReader(new
FileReader("file.txt"))) {
String line = reader.readLine();
} catch (IOException e) {
e.printStackTrace();
}
}
}

How it works: The BufferedReader is automatically closed when the try block
completes, even if an exception occurs.

1. What are Exceptions in Java?

 Q: What are exceptions in Java?

A:
An exception in Java is an event that disrupts the normal flow of the program's
execution. It indicates an error or an abnormal condition that can be handled using
Java’s exception handling mechanism. Exceptions are objects that are instances of
classes that extend Throwable. When an exception occurs, the normal flow of the
program is interrupted, and the control is transferred to an appropriate handler (catch
block) if it exists.

2. Types of Exceptions in Java

 Q: What is the difference between checked and unchecked exceptions in Java?

A:
In Java, exceptions are classified into two types:
 o Checked Exceptions: These are exceptions that the compiler forces you to
handle. They extend Exception, but not RuntimeException. Examples
include IOException, SQLException. The code must either catch these
exceptions or declare them in the method signature using the throws keyword.
o Unchecked Exceptions: These exceptions are not checked by the compiler.
They extend RuntimeException or Error. Examples include
NullPointerException, ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException. These
exceptions usually arise from programming errors, and you are not forced to
catch them.

3. Exception Hierarchy in Java

 Q: What is the difference between Error and Exception in Java?

A:
In Java, both Error and Exception are subclasses of Throwable, but they represent
different types of issues:
o Error: Represents serious problems that applications cannot typically handle,
such as OutOfMemoryError or StackOverflowError. These are usually fatal
and should not be caught or handled by the program.
o Exception: Represents conditions that a program can catch and handle, like
IOException, SQLException, or NullPointerException. Exceptions can be
further divided into checked and unchecked exceptions.

4. Throw and Throws in Java

 Q: What is the difference between throw and throws in Java?

A:
o throw: The throw keyword is used to explicitly throw an exception from a
method or block of code. It is followed by an instance of an exception class.
o throws: The throws keyword is used in a method declaration to specify that
the method might throw one or more exceptions. It is used to declare
exceptions that are not caught inside the method and are passed on to the
calling method.

Example:

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// Using throw to explicitly throw an exception
public void checkAge(int age) {
if (age < 18) {
throw new IllegalArgumentException("Age must be 18 or
older");
}
}

// Using throws to declare an exception in the method signature

 public void readFile() throws IOException {
FileReader reader = new FileReader("file.txt");
}

5. Try-Catch Block

 Q: What is the purpose of the try-catch block in Java?

A:
The try-catch block is used for handling exceptions in Java. Code that may throw
an exception is placed in the try block, and the exceptions are caught in the catch
block. The purpose of this block is to catch errors that may occur during runtime and
handle them gracefully to prevent the program from crashing.

Example:

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try {
int result = 10 / 0; // This will throw ArithmeticException
} catch (ArithmeticException e) {
System.out.println("Error: " + e.getMessage());
}

6. Finally Block

 Q: What is the role of the finally block in exception handling?

A:
The finally block is used to ensure that certain code, such as resource cleanup,
always executes after a try-catch block, regardless of whether an exception was
thrown or not. It is typically used for actions like closing files or releasing database
connections.

Example:

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try {
// Code that might throw an exception
} catch (Exception e) {
System.out.println("Exception caught");
} finally {
System.out.println("This will always execute.");
}

7. Custom Exceptions

 Q: How do you create a custom exception in Java?

A:
To create a custom exception in Java, you can extend the Exception class (for
checked exceptions) or RuntimeException class (for unchecked exceptions). By
 doing so, you can create exceptions that are tailored to your application's specific
needs.

Example:

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// Custom checked exception
class CustomCheckedException extends Exception {
public CustomCheckedException(String message) {
super(message);
}
}

public class Test {

public static void main(String[] args) throws
CustomCheckedException {
throw new CustomCheckedException("This is a custom checked
exception");
}
}

8. Multi-Catch in Java

 Q: What is multi-catch, and when would you use it?

A:
Multi-catch, introduced in Java 7, allows you to catch multiple types of exceptions in
a single catch block. This improves code readability and reduces the need for
multiple catch blocks when dealing with similar exception types.

Example:

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try {
int result = Integer.parseInt("abc"); // Causes
NumberFormatException
} catch (NumberFormatException | ArithmeticException e) {
System.out.println("Error: " + e.getMessage());
}

9. Rethrowing Exceptions

 Q: Can you rethrow an exception in Java?

A:
Yes, you can rethrow an exception in Java. This is typically done when you catch an
exception but want to delegate the handling to a higher-level method. You can
rethrow the exception using the throw keyword.

Example:

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try {
throw new IOException("File not found");
} catch (IOException e) {
throw new RuntimeException("Wrapped IOException", e); // Rethrow
as RuntimeException
}

10. Best Practices for Exception Handling

 Q: What are the best practices for handling exceptions in Java?

A:
The best practices for exception handling in Java include:
1. Catch specific exceptions rather than the generic Exception class.
2. Use finally blocks to release resources, like closing files or database
connections.
3. Log exceptions rather than suppressing them.
4. Avoid using exceptions for flow control, i.e., do not use exceptions for
situations that can be handled with normal program logic.

11. Try-with-Resources (Auto-Closing Resources)

 Q: What is try-with-resources in Java?

A:
The try-with-resources statement, introduced in Java 7, automatically closes
resources like files or streams when they are no longer needed. The resources must
implement the AutoCloseable interface. This ensures that resources are properly
closed, even if an exception occurs.

Example:

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try (BufferedReader reader = new BufferedReader(new
FileReader("file.txt"))) {
String line = reader.readLine();
} catch (IOException e) {
e.printStackTrace();
}

12. What is the difference between throw and throws?

 Q: What is the difference between throw and throws?

A:
o throw is used to explicitly throw an exception from within a method or a
block of code. It is used to signal an error or abnormal condition in the
program.
 o throws is used in the method signature to declare that a method may throw
one or more exceptions. It does not throw an exception but indicates the
possibility of an exception being thrown.

Example:

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// Using throw
throw new IllegalArgumentException("Invalid argument");

// Using throws in method declaration

public void readFile() throws IOException {
// Code that may throw IOException
}

13. What are the advantages of handling exceptions in Java?

 Q: What are the advantages of handling exceptions in Java?

A:
Exception handling in Java provides several advantages:
1. It allows the program to recover from unexpected conditions without
terminating abruptly.
2. It provides a way to handle errors in a centralized manner.
3. It improves code readability by separating normal flow from error handling.
4. It helps maintain the program’s integrity by preventing it from crashing.

1. What will happen if an exception is not handled in Java?

 Q: What will happen if an exception is not handled in Java?

A:
If an exception is not handled in Java, the program will terminate abruptly. The JVM
will search for an appropriate catch block to handle the exception. If it can't find one,
the exception is propagated back to the JVM, which will print the exception's details
(stack trace) and terminate the program. This can lead to a poor user experience, so
exceptions should always be handled appropriately.

2. Can we handle multiple exceptions in one catch block?

 Q: Can we handle multiple exceptions in one catch block?

A:
Yes, since Java 7, you can handle multiple exceptions in a single catch block using
the multi-catch feature. This allows you to specify multiple exception types separated
by a pipe (|) character, thus reducing the need for multiple catch blocks when
handling similar types of exceptions.
 Example:

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try {
int result = Integer.parseInt("abc");
} catch (NumberFormatException | ArithmeticException e) {
System.out.println("Error: " + e.getMessage());
}

3. What is the difference between final, finally, and finalize in Java?

 Q: What is the difference between final, finally, and finalize in Java?

A:
o final: It is a keyword in Java that can be used with variables, methods, and
classes. When a class is declared final, it cannot be subclassed. When a
method is declared final, it cannot be overridden. When a variable is
declared final, its value cannot be changed once initialized.
o finally: It is a block in exception handling that ensures that a block of code
is always executed after the try-catch block, whether an exception is thrown
or not.
o finalize(): It is a method of the Object class that is called by the garbage
collector before an object is deleted from memory. It is used for cleanup
operations, but it is not recommended to rely on it for resource management.

4. Can we throw multiple exceptions in one method in Java?

 Q: Can we throw multiple exceptions in one method in Java?

A:
Yes, a method can throw multiple exceptions. If the method is capable of throwing
more than one exception, you can declare them in the method signature using the
throws keyword, separated by commas.

Example:

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public void processData() throws IOException, SQLException {
// Code that can throw multiple exceptions
}

5. What happens if you don't catch an exception?

 Q: What happens if you don't catch an exception in Java?

A:
If an exception is not caught, it will propagate up the call stack. If it reaches the main
method without being caught, the JVM will handle it. If no handler is found, the
 program will terminate and print the stack trace to the console. This is why it is
important to either catch exceptions or declare them in the method signature using
throws.

6. What is the purpose of throw in Java?

 Q: What is the purpose of throw in Java?

A:
The throw keyword is used to explicitly throw an exception from a method or block
of code. It is used when we want to handle a specific condition and inform the caller
that an error or abnormal situation has occurred.

Example:

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public void checkEligibility(int age) {
if (age < 18) {
throw new IllegalArgumentException("Age must be 18 or
older");
}
}

7. What is the difference between throw and throws?

 Q: What is the difference between throw and throws?

A:
o throw is used to explicitly throw an exception from within a method or block
of code. It is followed by the instance of the exception class.
o throws is used in the method signature to declare that a method might throw
one or more exceptions. It is used to pass the responsibility of handling the
exception to the caller method.

Example:

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// Using throw
public void validateAge(int age) {
if (age < 18) {
throw new IllegalArgumentException("Age must be 18 or
older");
}
}

// Using throws in method signature

public void readFile() throws IOException {
FileReader reader = new FileReader("file.txt");
}
8. What is a NullPointerException and how can we avoid it?

 Q: What is a NullPointerException and how can we avoid it?

A:
A NullPointerException occurs when a program attempts to use a reference that
points to null. It can happen when trying to invoke a method on a null object or
access a field of a null object.

How to avoid it:

o Always check if an object is null before calling methods or accessing fields.

o Use Optional class (from Java 8) to handle null values more gracefully.
o Initialize objects properly before use.

Example:

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if (myObject != null) {
myObject.someMethod();
}

9. What is the use of the finally block in exception handling?

 Q: What is the use of the finally block in exception handling?

A:
The finally block ensures that certain code is always executed after the try-catch
block, regardless of whether an exception is thrown or not. It is typically used to
release resources such as closing database connections, file streams, etc.

Example:

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try {
// Code that may throw an exception
} catch (Exception e) {
System.out.println("Exception caught");
} finally {
System.out.println("This will always execute.");
}

10. What is the importance of exception handling in Java?

 Q: Why is exception handling important in Java?

A:
Exception handling in Java is crucial for the following reasons:
1. Improved Code Readability: Exception handling separates normal logic
from error-handling logic, improving code clarity.
 2. Program Stability: It prevents the program from crashing by providing a way
to gracefully handle runtime errors.
3. Resource Management: Using finally blocks or try-with-resources
ensures resources are closed, preventing resource leaks.
4. Error Reporting: It helps in diagnosing issues by providing meaningful error
messages or logs.

11. What is the difference between RuntimeException and Exception?

 Q: What is the difference between RuntimeException and Exception in Java?

A:
o Exception is a base class for all exceptions in Java, except Error. It is used
for conditions that a program can catch and recover from.
o RuntimeException is a subclass of Exception and represents exceptions that
can occur during runtime. These exceptions usually occur due to programming
errors, such as accessing an invalid index in an array or dereferencing a null
object. RuntimeException exceptions are unchecked, meaning they are not
checked at compile-time.

12. How does exception handling work with threads in Java?

 Q: How does exception handling work with threads in Java?

A:
In Java, if a thread throws an uncaught exception, it will terminate the thread and not
affect other threads. However, exceptions caught in the main thread can affect the
entire program. To handle exceptions in threads, you can:
o Use a try-catch block inside the run() method of a thread.
o Implement Thread.setUncaughtExceptionHandler() to handle uncaught
exceptions globally for all threads.

13. What is StackOverflowError in Java?

 Q: What is StackOverflowError in Java?

A:
StackOverflowError occurs when the call stack size exceeds the limit due to deep
recursion or infinite recursion. It usually indicates that a method has called itself too
many times without an appropriate termination condition.

Example:

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public void recursiveMethod() {
recursiveMethod(); // This will cause a StackOverflowError
 }

14. Can you catch an Error in Java?

 Q: Can you catch an Error in Java?

A:
Technically, you can catch an Error, but it is not recommended. Errors, such as
OutOfMemoryError, indicate serious problems that a program usually cannot recover
from. Catching such errors can lead to unpredictable behavior. It is best to allow the
JVM to handle these kinds of errors.

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1. What are Errors in Java?

 Q: What are errors in Java, and how do they differ from exceptions?
A:
Errors in Java represent serious problems that typically cannot be handled by the
application. They extend the Error class, which is a subclass of Throwable. Errors
are generally caused by JVM-related issues, such as a lack of memory or a system
failure. Unlike exceptions (which can be caught and handled), errors are generally not
meant to be caught because they usually indicate severe conditions that prevent the
application from continuing to run. Common examples of errors include
OutOfMemoryError, StackOverflowError, and VirtualMachineError.

Key Difference:

o Exceptions: These are conditions that a program can handle. They can be
either checked (require handling) or unchecked (don't require handling).
o Errors: These represent serious issues, often related to the JVM or system,
and are usually not recoverable by the program.

2. Common Types of Errors in Java

 Q: What are some common types of errors in Java?

A:
Some of the most common types of errors in Java include:
o OutOfMemoryError: This error occurs when the JVM runs out of memory. It
can happen when the heap memory is exhausted, or the stack size is too small
for a thread to execute.
 Example:

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 public class MemoryTest {
public static void main(String[] args) {
int[] arr = new int[Integer.MAX_VALUE]; // This
might throw OutOfMemoryError
}
}

o StackOverflowError: This error occurs when the stack of a thread exceeds

its limit, typically due to excessive recursion or deep method calls.
 Example:

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public class RecursionTest {
public static void recursiveMethod() {
recursiveMethod(); // This will cause
StackOverflowError due to infinite recursion
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

recursiveMethod();
}
}

o VirtualMachineError: This is a general error that occurs when the JVM

experiences a serious failure. It is a superclass of errors like
OutOfMemoryError and StackOverflowError.
o InternalError: This error indicates that an internal JVM error has occurred,
often due to a bug or a low-level failure.
o UnknownError: This error indicates an unknown or undefined error condition.
It is a general error used when the exact cause is unknown.

3. Can You Catch Errors in Java?

 Q: Can we catch errors in Java?

A:
Technically, you can catch Errors using a catch block, as they are subclasses of
Throwable. However, it is not recommended to catch errors because they represent
severe system-level issues, and the application cannot usually recover from them.
Catching these errors might lead to unpredictable behavior or prevent the JVM from
terminating as needed. Instead, errors should generally be left unhandled, as they
typically indicate a fatal condition.

Example (Catching Error):

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try {
throw new StackOverflowError("This is a stack overflow error");
} catch (StackOverflowError e) {
System.out.println("Caught an error: " + e.getMessage());
}
 However, it’s important to note that this is not a good practice in real-world
applications.

4. What is the difference between Error and Exception in Java?

 Q: What is the difference between Error and Exception in Java?

A:
o Exception: Represents issues that the program can handle. These are
conditions that may arise during the normal execution of a program and can
often be anticipated and handled using try-catch blocks. Examples include
IOException, SQLException, and NullPointerException.
o Error: Represents serious problems that the program usually cannot recover
from. These errors typically occur outside the control of the program and are
often related to JVM-level failures or system failures. Examples include
OutOfMemoryError, StackOverflowError, and VirtualMachineError.

Key Point:
While exceptions can be caught and handled, errors typically cannot be handled and
are not meant to be recovered from. In cases of errors, the best course of action is to
allow the JVM to handle the termination.

5. Can we handle OutOfMemoryError in Java?

 Q: Can we handle OutOfMemoryError in Java?

A:
While you can technically catch OutOfMemoryError using a try-catch block, it is
not a good idea to do so because this error indicates a serious issue with memory
allocation. In most cases, once the JVM runs out of memory, there is little you can do
to recover the program. Therefore, the best practice is to avoid catching this error and
instead try to fix the underlying issue, such as optimizing memory usage, increasing
heap size, or finding memory leaks.

Example (Catching OutOfMemoryError):

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try {
// Simulating an OutOfMemoryError
int[] arr = new int[Integer.MAX_VALUE];
} catch (OutOfMemoryError e) {
System.out.println("Caught OutOfMemoryError: " + e.getMessage());
}

Note: It’s best to use this approach only for debugging or specific cases where you
are trying to handle resource issues.
6. How to prevent StackOverflowError in Java?

 Q: How can we prevent StackOverflowError in Java?

A:
StackOverflowError is typically caused by infinite recursion or excessive method
calls. To prevent this error:
1. Fix Infinite Recursion: Ensure that recursive methods have a valid base case
to stop recursion.
2. Increase the Stack Size: For specific cases, you might need to adjust the stack
size by modifying JVM parameters, but this is not recommended as a general
solution.

Example:

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public class RecursionTest {
// Add a base case to prevent infinite recursion
public static void safeRecursiveMethod(int count) {
if (count > 0) {
safeRecursiveMethod(count - 1);
}
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

safeRecursiveMethod(10); // Correct recursion with a
stopping condition
}
}

7. How to handle VirtualMachineError in Java?

 Q: How can you handle VirtualMachineError in Java?

A:
VirtualMachineError indicates a serious problem with the Java Virtual Machine,
such as insufficient memory or thread issues. Like most errors, it’s not typically
handled by the application. When this error occurs, it's usually best to allow the JVM
to handle it and terminate the program, as the JVM itself is in an unstable state.

8. Can you throw an Error in Java?

 Q: Can you throw an Error in Java?

A:
Yes, you can throw an Error in Java, but it is not recommended. Errors are typically
thrown by the JVM to indicate serious issues, and manually throwing them is
generally not useful in most applications.

Example (Throwing Error):

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public class ThrowErrorExample {
public static void main(String[] args) {
throw new OutOfMemoryError("Simulating an out-of-memory
error");
}
}

9. What are some strategies for handling OutOfMemoryError?

 Q: What are some strategies to handle OutOfMemoryError in Java?

A:
o Increase Memory Allocation: Increase the heap size with JVM options like -
Xmx and -Xms to allocate more memory to your Java application.
o Memory Management: Ensure efficient use of memory by optimizing the
data structures and algorithms. Avoid holding large objects in memory
unnecessarily.
o Use Profiling Tools: Use memory profiling tools (e.g., JProfiler, VisualVM)
to detect memory leaks and optimize the memory consumption of the
application.

Exceptions that must be handled at compile-time are called checked exceptions in Java.
These exceptions must be either caught using a try-catch block or declared using throws
in the method signature, otherwise, the program will not compile.

Why must checked exceptions be handled?

1. Checked exceptions represent recoverable conditions

o Unlike unchecked exceptions (which usually indicate programming bugs),
checked exceptions represent situations that the program should anticipate
and recover from.
o Example:
 File not found when trying to read a file → The program can prompt
the user for a new file name.
 Network failure when making an API request → The program can
retry the request or show an error message.
2. Forces the developer to handle the exception
o Java enforces handling these exceptions at compile-time to ensure that the
programmer explicitly acknowledges and deals with potential failures.
o This prevents runtime crashes due to unexpected conditions.

Examples of Checked Exceptions

Some common checked exceptions in Java:

Exception Description
Occurs when an I/O operation fails (e.g., reading a file that doesn’t
IOException
exist).
SQLException Occurs when there’s an issue with database operations.
FileNotFoundException Thrown when trying to access a file that does not exist.
InterruptedException Occurs when a thread is interrupted while waiting/sleeping.

How to Handle Checked Exceptions

1. Using a try-catch block

This catches and handles the exception so the program can continue running.

import java.io.*;

public class CheckedExceptionExample {

public static void main(String[] args) {

try {

FileReader file = new FileReader("non_existing_file.txt");

BufferedReader reader = new BufferedReader(file);

System.out.println(reader.readLine());

reader.close();

} catch (IOException e) {

System.out.println("File not found! Please check the file path.");

2. Declaring with throws

If a method does not want to handle a checked exception, it can declare it using throws,
passing the responsibility to the caller.
import java.io.*;

public class ThrowsExample {

public static void readFile() throws IOException {

FileReader file = new FileReader("non_existing_file.txt");

BufferedReader reader = new BufferedReader(file);

System.out.println(reader.readLine());

reader.close();

public static void main(String[] args) {

try {

readFile();

} catch (IOException e) {

System.out.println("Error: " + e.getMessage());

Summary: Checked vs Unchecked Exceptions

Feature Checked Exception Unchecked Exception

Must be
handled at ✅ Yes ❌ No
compile-time?
Recoverable situations (e.g., Programming errors (e.g., null reference,
Represents
file not found, network issues) index out of bounds)
Requires try-
catch or ✅ Yes ❌ No
throws?
Feature Checked Exception Unchecked Exception
NullPointerException,
IOException, SQLException,
Examples ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException,
FileNotFoundException
ArithmeticException

In short, checked exceptions must be handled because they represent foreseeable

problems that a program should recover from, while unchecked exceptions indicate
coding mistakes that should be fixed instead of caught.

Q1: What is the difference between throw and throws in Java?

Answer:

Keyword Description
throw Used to manually throw an exception inside a method or block.
throws
Declares that a method might throw one or more exceptions, passing
responsibility to the caller.

Example:

Using throw:

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public class ThrowExample {
public static void validateAge(int age) {
if (age < 18) {
throw new IllegalArgumentException("You must be 18 or older!");
}
System.out.println("Access granted!");
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

validateAge(15); // Will throw an exception
}
}

Using throws:

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import java.io.*;

public class ThrowsExample {

public static void readFile() throws IOException {
FileReader file = new FileReader("file.txt"); // Might throw
IOException
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

 try {
readFile();
} catch (IOException e) {
System.out.println("File error: " + e.getMessage());
}
}
}

Q2: Can we catch multiple exceptions in a single catch block?

Answer:

Yes! Java 7 introduced multi-catch blocks using the | (pipe) symbol.

This allows a single catch block to handle multiple exception types.

Example:

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public class MultiCatchExample {
public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
int result = 10 / 0; // ArithmeticException
String str = null;
System.out.println(str.length()); // NullPointerException
} catch (ArithmeticException | NullPointerException e) {
System.out.println("Exception occurred: " + e.getMessage());
}
}
}

✅ This avoids duplicate catch blocks for similar exceptions.

Q3: What happens if an exception is not caught?

Answer:

 If an exception is not caught, it propagates up the call stack until it is caught or

crashes the program.
 If no method handles the exception, the JVM terminates the program and prints an
error message (stack trace).

Example:

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public class UncaughtExceptionExample {
public static void divide(int a, int b) {
int result = a / b; // Division by zero (ArithmeticException)
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

 divide(10, 0); // No try-catch, so program will crash
}
}

🔴 Output:

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Exception in thread "main" java.lang.ArithmeticException: / by zero
at UncaughtExceptionExample.divide(UncaughtExceptionExample.java:5)
at UncaughtExceptionExample.main(UncaughtExceptionExample.java:9)

💡 Solution: Wrap the risky code in a try-catch block!

Q4: What is exception propagation?

Answer:

Exception propagation is the process where an exception moves up the call stack if not
caught in the current method.

 If a method does not handle an exception, it is passed to the caller.

 This continues until it is caught, or the JVM terminates the program.

Example:

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public class PropagationExample {
public static void methodA() {
int result = 10 / 0; // ArithmeticException
}

public static void methodB() {

methodA(); // Does not catch exception
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

methodB(); // No try-catch, so program crashes
}
}

🛑 The exception propagates from methodA() → methodB() → main(), and since it's not
caught, the program crashes.

✔ Solution: Handle it at a higher level:

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public class FixedPropagationExample {
public static void methodA() {
int result = 10 / 0; // ArithmeticException
}
 public static void methodB() {
try {
methodA();
} catch (ArithmeticException e) {
System.out.println("Exception caught in methodB: " +
e.getMessage());
}
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

methodB(); // Now exception is handled
}
}

🔹 Output:

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Exception caught in methodB: / by zero

Q5: Can we have multiple catch blocks for a single try?

Answer:

Yes! A try block can have multiple catch blocks, each handling a different exception type.
The first matching catch block executes, and others are ignored.

Example:

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public class MultipleCatchExample {
public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
int arr[] = {1, 2, 3};
System.out.println(arr[5]); // ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException
} catch (ArithmeticException e) {
System.out.println("Arithmetic error!");
} catch (ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException e) {
System.out.println("Array index is out of bounds!");
} catch (Exception e) {
System.out.println("Some other exception occurred.");
}
}
}

✔ Output:

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Array index is out of bounds!

📌 Note: The most specific exception (ArrayIndexOutOfBoundsException) runs first.

Q6: What is the difference between final, finally, and finalize in Java?

Answer:

Keyword Meaning
final Used for constants, methods, and classes to prevent modification.
finally A block that always executes after try-catch, used for cleanup.
finalize() A method called by the Garbage Collector before an object is destroyed.

Example of finally:

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public class FinallyExample {
public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
int result = 10 / 0;
} catch (ArithmeticException e) {
System.out.println("Exception caught.");
} finally {
System.out.println("Finally block always executes.");
}
}
}

✔ Output:

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Exception caught.
Finally block always executes.

🔹 finally is useful for closing files, releasing resources, or cleaning up memory.

Q7: Can a finally block be skipped?

Answer:

Normally, the finally block always executes, but there are two cases where it might be
skipped:

1. If System.exit(0) is called inside try or catch.

2. If a fatal error (e.g., StackOverflowError) occurs.

Example where finally is skipped:

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public class SkipFinallyExample {
 public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
System.out.println("Inside try.");
System.exit(0); // Terminates program
} finally {
System.out.println("Finally will not execute.");
}
}
}

✔ Output:

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Inside try.

⛔ The finally block does not execute because System.exit(0) immediately terminates
the program.

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Q8: What happens if an exception occurs in a finally block?

Answer:

 If an exception occurs in a finally block, it overwrites any previous exception from

the try block.
 This means the original exception is lost unless explicitly handled.

Example:

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public class FinallyExceptionExample {
public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
System.out.println("Try block executed.");
int result = 10 / 0; // ArithmeticException
} catch (ArithmeticException e) {
System.out.println("Catch block executed.");
} finally {
System.out.println("Finally block executed.");
int x = 10 / 0; // Another ArithmeticException
}
}
}

🔴 Output:

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Try block executed.
Catch block executed.
Exception in thread "main" java.lang.ArithmeticException: / by zero
at FinallyExceptionExample.main(FinallyExceptionExample.java:12)

💡 Solution: Wrap finally block code inside a try-catch to prevent exceptions from hiding
previous errors.

Q9: Can a try block exist without a catch block?

Answer:

Yes, but only if it has a finally block.

 The finally block ensures that some code executes even if no exception occurs.

Example:

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public class TryWithoutCatch {
public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
System.out.println("Inside try block.");
} finally {
System.out.println("Finally block executed.");
}
}
}

✔ Output:

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Inside try block.
Finally block executed.

📌 Note: Without a finally, a try block alone is invalid and results in a compilation error.

Q10: Can we rethrow an exception in Java?

Answer:

Yes, you can rethrow an exception after catching it.

 This is useful when a method catches an exception but wants to pass it to the caller.

Example:
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public class RethrowExample {
public static void methodA() throws Exception {
try {
throw new Exception("Original Exception");
} catch (Exception e) {
System.out.println("Exception caught in methodA.
Rethrowing...");
throw e; // Rethrow exception
}
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

try {
methodA();
} catch (Exception e) {
System.out.println("Exception caught in main: " +
e.getMessage());
}
}
}

✔ Output:

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Exception caught in methodA. Rethrowing...
Exception caught in main: Original Exception

📌 Note: If you want to modify the exception, use throw new Exception(e).

Q11: What happens if an exception occurs in both try and finally blocks?

Answer:

 If an exception occurs in both the try and finally blocks, the exception in finally
overrides the one in try.
 The original exception is lost unless explicitly handled.

Example:

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public class ExceptionInFinally {
public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
System.out.println("Try block executed.");
int result = 10 / 0; // ArithmeticException
} finally {
System.out.println("Finally block executed.");
int x = 10 / 0; // Another ArithmeticException
}
}
}
🔴 Output:

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Try block executed.
Finally block executed.
Exception in thread "main" java.lang.ArithmeticException: / by zero
at ExceptionInFinally.main(ExceptionInFinally.java:9)

💡 Solution: Handle exceptions inside finally using try-catch.

Q12: Can we catch Throwable instead of Exception?

Answer:

Yes, you can catch Throwable, but it's not recommended.

 Throwable is the superclass of both Exception and Error.

 Catching Throwable will also catch serious errors like OutOfMemoryError, which
should not be handled in most cases.

Example:

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public class CatchThrowableExample {
public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
int result = 10 / 0;
} catch (Throwable t) { // Catching Throwable
System.out.println("Caught Throwable: " + t);
}
}
}

✔ Output:

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Caught Throwable: java.lang.ArithmeticException: / by zero

📌 Best Practice: Catch Exception, not Throwable, unless there's a strong reason to catch
serious errors.

Q13: What is a try-with-resources statement?

Answer:

try-with-resources automatically closes resources like files or database connections.

  It ensures resources are closed even if an exception occurs.

Example (Before Java 7 - Manual Closing):

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import java.io.*;

public class ManualResourceClose {

public static void main(String[] args) {
BufferedReader br = null;
try {
br = new BufferedReader(new FileReader("file.txt"));
System.out.println(br.readLine());
} catch (IOException e) {
System.out.println("Error reading file.");
} finally {
try {
if (br != null) br.close(); // Must manually close
} catch (IOException e) {
System.out.println("Error closing file.");
}
}
}
}

Example (Java 7+ - try-with-resources):

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import java.io.*;

public class TryWithResourcesExample {

public static void main(String[] args) {
try (BufferedReader br = new BufferedReader(new
FileReader("file.txt"))) {
System.out.println(br.readLine());
} catch (IOException e) {
System.out.println("Error reading file.");
} // No need for finally block!
}
}

✔ Benefits of try-with-resources:
✅ No need for explicit close() calls.
✅ Prevents resource leaks.
✅ Cleaner and shorter code.

Q14: What is a custom exception, and how do we create one?

Answer:

A custom exception is a user-defined exception that extends Exception or

RuntimeException.
Example:

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class AgeException extends Exception { // Custom checked exception
public AgeException(String message) {
super(message);
}
}

public class CustomExceptionExample {

public static void validateAge(int age) throws AgeException {
if (age < 18) {
throw new AgeException("Age must be 18 or older.");
}
System.out.println("Valid age.");
}

public static void main(String[] args) {

try {
validateAge(15); // Will throw AgeException
} catch (AgeException e) {
System.out.println("Caught custom exception: " +
e.getMessage());
}
}
}

✔ Output:

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Caught custom exception: Age must be 18 or older.

📌 Use Cases: Custom exceptions help make errors more meaningful and easier to debug.

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6. How do you create a custom exception in Java?

Answer:

We can create a custom exception by extending the Exception class.

Example:
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class MyCustomException extends Exception {
public MyCustomException(String message) {
super(message);
}
}

public class CustomExceptionExample {

public static void main(String[] args) {
try {
throw new MyCustomException("This is a custom exception");
} catch (MyCustomException e) {
System.out.println("Caught exception: " + e.getMessage());
}
}
}

Output:
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Caught exception: This is a custom exception

Working Flow of the Code

Let's break down the execution step by step:

Step 1: Class Definition

class MyCustomException extends Exception {
public MyCustomException(String message) {
super(message);
}
}

 A custom exception class (MyCustomException) is created by extending Exception.

 It has a constructor that takes a String message and passes it to the parent class
(Exception) using super(message).
 This ensures that when getMessage() is called later, it returns the custom message.

Step 2: Main Class Execution Starts

public class CustomExceptionExample {
public static void main(String[] args) {

 The execution starts from the main() method.

Step 3: Try Block Execution
try {
throw new MyCustomException("This is a custom exception");

 The try block starts executing.

 The statement throw new MyCustomException("This is a custom exception")
creates an instance of MyCustomException and throws it immediately.
 This triggers the constructor of MyCustomException.

Step 4: Custom Exception Constructor Execution

public MyCustomException(String message) {
super(message);
}

 The constructor of MyCustomException is called.

 The super(message); calls the parent class (Exception) constructor and stores
the message "This is a custom exception".
 Now, the exception object is fully initialized with the message.

Step 5: Exception Propagation

 Since an exception was thrown inside the try block, execution of the try block
stops immediately.
 The Java runtime searches for a matching catch block to handle the exception.

Step 6: Catch Block Execution

} catch (MyCustomException e) {
System.out.println("Caught exception: " + e.getMessage());
}

 Since MyCustomException was thrown, and there is a matching catch block, the
catch block executes.
 Inside the catch block, e.getMessage() is called.
 Since we stored the message "This is a custom exception" using
super(message), getMessage() returns this string.
 The message is printed:
 Caught exception: This is a custom exception

Step 7: Program Ends

 After executing the catch block, the program completes execution successfully.
  Since the exception was handled, it does not crash the program.

Flowchart Representation

1️⃣ Start main() execution

2️⃣ Enter try block
3️⃣ Throw MyCustomException
4️⃣ Call MyCustomException constructor → Calls Exception constructor → Stores the
message
5️⃣Search for catch block
6️⃣ Execute catch block → Print exception message
7️⃣Program ends normally

Final Output
Caught exception: This is a custom exception

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