Solution

The correct answer is: C, A, B, D.

Key Points

• The applet life cycle consists of methods that define the different stages of an applet's execution.
• The correct sequence of these methods is init(), start(), paint(), stop().
• init(): This method initializes the applet and is executed once at the beginning.
• start(): This method starts or resumes the applet's execution.
• paint(): This method is responsible for rendering the applet's content on the screen.
• stop(): This method is called when the applet is stopped or suspended.

Additional Information

• Description of Applet Life Cycle Methods:
  • init(): This is the first method executed when the applet starts. It is used for initializing variables and setting up resources.
  • start(): Called after init(), this method begins the applet's execution. It is also invoked when the applet is restarted.
  • paint(): This method handles the applet's graphical output. It is executed whenever the applet needs to be redrawn.
  • stop(): This method is invoked when the applet is stopped or goes into a paused state, such as when the user navigates away from the page.
• Important Points:
  • Applet life cycle methods are defined in the java.applet.Applet class.
  • The destroy() method is also part of the applet life cycle but is called only when the applet is permanently terminated.
  • Understanding the sequence ensures correct implementation and smooth execution of applets.