TL;DR - abstract vs interface Abstract class: Shared implementation + state management, supports constructors for initialization
Interface: Pure contracts + multiple inheritance, no constructors
Use abstract classes when you need shared logic, protected members, or default behavior that can be overridden
Use interfaces when you need flexible contracts, multiple inheritance, or mocking capabilities
1. When should you choose an abstract class over an interface in C#? Choose abstract classes when you need shared implementation logic and state management across derived types. Interfaces work for contracts, but abstract classes handle common behavior.
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