Abstract classes cannot be instantiated, but they can be subclassed. When an abstract class is subclassed, the subclass usually provides implementations for all of the abstract methods in its parent class. However, if it does not, then the subclass must also be declared abstract .
Why abstract classes Cannot be instantiated?
Abstract class, we have heard that abstract class are classes which can have abstract methods and it can't be instantiated. We cannot instantiate an abstract class in Java because it is abstract, it is not complete, hence it cannot be used.
How do you initialize an abstract class?
We define an abstract class with the abstract modifier preceding the class keyword
- We define an abstract class with the abstract modifier preceding the class keyword.
- An abstract class can be subclassed, but it can't be instantiated.
