Quick Answer
this refers to the current class instance - used to distinguish instance variables from local variables, or call other constructors (this()). super refers to the parent class - used to call parent class methods (super.method()), access parent fields (super.field), or call the parent constructor (super()) - which must be the first line in the child constructor.
Answer
this: Refers to current instance. super: Refers to parent class. Used to call parent constructors and resolved naming conflicts.
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