Do JavaScript classes use prototypes?
Yes. JavaScript classes are built on top of the prototype system.
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A prototype is an object from which another object can inherit properties and methods.
The prototype chain is the sequence of objects JavaScript searches when looking for properties or methods.
It helps developers understand object behavior, inheritance, and JavaScript internals.
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