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In Python, polymorphism refers to the ability to use a shared interface for several data types.
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Discussion
The program above has defined two classes Tilapia and Shark all of which share the method jump() even though they have different functions. By creating common interface jumping_test() we allowed polymorphism in the program above. We then passed objects bonny and biggy in the jumping_test() function.
Practice Exercise
a. In a doctor consultation room suggest the class and objects in a programming context.
b. In a football team, suggest programming class and objects.
c. In a grocery store, suggest programming class and objects.
