What is multiple inheritance in Python?

What is multiple inheritance in Python?

Multiple inheritance in Python allows a class to inherit attributes and methods from more than one parent class.

Can you give me an example of multiple inheritance?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

class Parent1:
    def method1(self):
        return 'Method from Parent1'

class Parent2:
    def method2(self):
        return 'Method from Parent2'

class Child(Parent1, Parent2):
    pass

child = Child()
print(child.method1())  # Output: Method from Parent1
print(child.method2())  # Output: Method from Parent2

What are the potential issues with multiple inheritance?

Some potential issues include the diamond problem, where a class inherits from two classes that have a common ancestor, leading to ambiguity.

How can I avoid problems with multiple inheritance?

You can use the super() function to ensure that the correct method resolution order is followed, or consider using composition instead.