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Aggregation vs Composition vs Association Aggregation vs Composition vs Association Overview Diagram of Association, Aggregation, and Composition Introduction In object-oriented programming, understanding the relationships between classes is crucial for designing effective systems. Three primary types of relationships are Association, Aggregation, and Composition. Each represents a different level of dependency and ownership between objects. Here's a brief overview: Association represents a general relationship where objects of one class are connected to objects of another class, but there is no strong ownership or lifecycle dependency. Aggregation is a specialized form of Association where there is a "whole-part" relationship. The part can exist independently of the whole, indicating a weaker form of ownership. Composition is a strong ...