The C++ compiler makes objects take up more space in memory if they:
A) Are derived from base classes.
B) Have virtual functions.
C) Have only protected members.
D) Are referenced by pointers.

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Objects that have virtual functions need to store a pointer to the virtual function table in memory, which increases their size. Choices A, C, and D do not necessarily increase the object size.

The C++ Compiler Makes Objects Take Up More Space in Memory