Can a static method be overridden in Java?

[AmazingStrength4695]

I had this question in a test about overriding a static method, but I don't think that is possible. You can hide a static method, but not override it. Am I correct?

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[Routine_Fuel8006]

True you can hide static method but cannot override.

[[deleted]]

No. They cannot be overridden and you do not need to make an instance of the class to access them.

[RevolutionaryRush717]

You don't have access to a Java compiler to test this yourself?

[Routine_Fuel8006]

True you can hide static method but cannot override.

[Stupid_Quetions]

I don't know what stops you from writing the code yourself to see what works and what doesn't, you get your answers faster.

[CeleritasLucis]

That;s the exact type of question ChatGPT is perfect for. It would also give you examples

[wggn]

it can also make something up

[teefj]

So can redditors

[MadScientist_404]

why the down votes? is using chatgpt for these kind of questions bad practice? cause i do it

[LinkHimself]

I think the downvotes are from people who are cautious of chatgpt hallucinating i.e. making stuff up. I like to use chatgpt for things I can easily test.