Microsoft Exam Questions

Which access modifier should you use for the GetData() method?

An application includes a class named Person. The Person class includes a method named GetData.
You need to ensure that the GetData() from the Person class.
Which access modifier should you use for the GetData() method?

A.
Internal

B.
Protected

C.
Private

D.
Protected internal

E.
Public

Explanation:
Protected – The type or member can be accessed only by code in the same class or structure, or in a
class that is derived from that class.
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The protected keyword is a member access modifier. A protected member is accessible within its
class and by derived class instances.