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Why does C# support optional parameters?

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Quick Answer Optional parameters let you define default values in the method signature รขโ‚ฌโ€ callers can omit them. They reduce the need for multiple overloads and simplify API usage. Defined with = in the parameter list: void Send(string msg, bool urgent = false). Must come after required parameters.

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Optional parameters reduce method overloads, simplify API usage, and maintain backward compatibility by allowing default values.

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