Polymorphism refers to
A) the ability to assign multiple meanings to one function name.
B) overriding base class functions.
C) overloading functions
D) none of the above

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Polymorphism allows a function or method to be able to represent multiple types while still maintaining its functionality. This is often achieved through function overloading or function overriding, but the key aspect is that a single function name may have multiple implementations or behaviors based on the context in which it is used. Option B refers specifically to function overriding, while option C refers specifically to function overloading, both of which are examples of how polymorphism can be achieved. However, neither of these options captures the full meaning of polymorphism.

Polymorphism Refers to