Mastering C++: A Comprehensive Quiz Based on 'Thinking in C++'

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Test your C++ skills with our quiz based on Bruce Eckel's 'Thinking in C++'. Dive into object-oriented programming, advanced topics, and fundamentals. Perfect for learners and experts alike. Assess your knowledge and become a C++ master!

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Why might a class-specific overload of new and delete be necessary?

When using multiple inheritance
To allocate memory for class arrays
In embedded and real-time systems
To implement exception handling

The correct answer is: In embedded and real-time systems

A class-specific overload of new and delete might be necessary when developing software for embedded and real-time systems, due to the memory constraints of such systems. These systems typically have limited amounts of memory available, and therefore require efficient use of memory. By allowing classes to have their own specialized versions of new and delete, memory allocation and deallocation can be tailored to meet the specific needs of the class, leading to more efficient memory usage. Options A, B, and D are incorrect as they do not provide a specific reason for why a class-specific overload of new and delete might be necessary, and therefore do not fully address the issue at hand.