wait() vs sleep()

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The Question

What is the difference between wait() and sleep() in Java?

What a Strong Answer Covers

• wait() in Object releases lock must be in synchronized block
• sleep() in Thread does not release lock
• wait() for inter-thread communication
• sleep() for time delay
• both throw InterruptedException

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