An array is an object, thus, an array instance variable that's declared but not explicitly initialized will have a value

of __`null`__, just as any other object reference instance variable. But if the array is initialized, all array elements

are given their default values, the same default values that elements of that type get when they're instance variables.

In short, __Array elements are always, always, always given default values, regardless of where the array itself

is declared or instantiated__.

Variable Type | Default Value

--------------|----------------

Array (uninitialized) | `null`

Array (initialized) | Default values of their respective types as discussed above