What are the key features of OOP?

Object-oriented programming (OOP) is a programming methodology based upon the idea of objects that can contain data and code, which can interact with other objects. The key features of OOP include encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism. Encapsulation hides the data of an object and allows only the defined methods to access and modify it. Inheritance allows a new class to inherit the characteristics of an existing class, making it possible to reuse code and reduce development time. Polymorphism means that a single object can take on different forms or behaviors depending on the context in which it is used, allowing for flexibility and extensibility. Together, these features enable developers to write code that is modular, maintainable, and adaptable.

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