C++ Inheritance

What is Inheritance?

Inheritance allows one class to inherit properties and methods from another class.

It helps reuse code and create relationships between classes.

Basic Syntax

Basic Example

Types of Inheritance

• Single Inheritance
• Multilevel Inheritance
• Multiple Inheritance

Multilevel Inheritance Example

Access Specifiers in Inheritance

Inheritance affects visibility of members.

Protected Members

Protected members can be accessed in derived classes.

Function Overriding

A child class can redefine a function from the parent.

Full Example

Why Inheritance is Important

• Reuse code
• Reduce duplication
• Model relationships
• Foundation for polymorphism

Common Mistakes

• Forgetting public keyword
• Confusing inheritance types
• Not understanding overriding

Practice

Create a class Vehicle and a derived class Car. Demonstrate inheritance.

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