A variable whose meaning is confined to a method definition is called an/a

A) instance variable
B) local variable
C) global variable
D) none of the above

Local Variable

A variable declared within a function or block, having its scope limited to that block or function, making it inaccessible from the outside.

Instance Variable

A variable that, when defined within a class, ensures every object instantiated from that class possesses its own distinct copy.

Method Definition

A method definition specifies the code to be executed when the method is called, including the method's name, return type, and parameters.