When linking to a static MySQL C client library, the client library and the client application can use different compiler options.

Solution (By Examveda Team)

This question asks about how MySQL's C client library works with different compiler settings.

Let's break it down:
* MySQL C Client Library: This is a set of code that allows you to interact with MySQL databases using the C programming language.
* Static Linking: This means that the client library is directly included within your application. It's like having all the ingredients for a cake baked right into the cake. * Compiler Options: These are settings you tell your compiler (the program that turns your code into executable files) to use. Think of these as "instructions" for how to build your application.

The Question:
Can the client library and the application it's linked to have different compiler options?
The Answer:
The answer is Option A: True.
This is because the client library (the pre-compiled code) is a separate entity from your application. When you link it statically, it's combined with your application's code at compile time. However, the compiler options used for the client library during its initial compilation don't necessarily have to match the options you use to compile your application.

Think of it like this: The client library is like a pre-made ingredient (like pre-made cake mix). You might want to use a different oven temperature (compiler option) when baking the cake with the mix than the temperature used when it was made. It's still possible!