AP CSA Unit 1 Day 10: Reassigning Object Parameter

Unit 1, Section 1.8 • Cycle 2
Day 10 Advanced Practice • Harder Difficulty
Focus: Reference parameter reassignment Hard Predict Output

Advanced Practice Question

Consider the following code:
public static void modify(String s) {
    s = s + "X";
}

public static void main(String[] args) {
    String text = "AP";
    modify(text);
    System.out.println(text);
}
What is printed?
Difficulty: Hard | Topic: Reassigning object parameter | Cycle: 2 (Advanced)
Why This Answer?

This question tests your understanding of reference parameter reassignment. The correct answer demonstrates precise knowledge of how Java handles reassigning object parameter.

Common Mistakes
Mistake #1: Misunderstanding the concept

Students often make errors with reassigning object parameter by not carefully tracing execution or understanding the underlying concept.

Mistake #2: Not considering edge cases

This Cycle 2 HARD question requires careful attention to detail and understanding of how Java behaves in this scenario.

AP Exam Strategy

For questions testing reassigning object parameter, always trace execution step-by-step. Write down intermediate values. Don't skip steps - the AP exam rewards precise understanding of Java behavior.

Master This Topic

This Cycle 2 HARD question tests reassigning object parameter. Review Unit 1 concepts to build mastery of primitive types, objects, and String manipulation.

  • Understanding reference parameter reassignment
  • Tracing code execution accurately
  • Avoiding common pitfalls
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