Reflection API · interview question
Which of the following MethodHandles.Lookup methods is used to create a MethodHandle for a private method in a class?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
C. Unreflect
Why
The unreflect method converts a Method object, obtained via reflection, into a MethodHandle, allowing access to private methods when the lookup object has the appropriate permissions.
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