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What is the first step in the order of operations for evaluating expressions in Python?

Evaluate parentheses from the innermost set outward (correct)
Perform multiplication and division from left to right
Evaluate exponents
Perform addition and subtraction from left to right

Which of the following is a valid variable name in Python?

_age (correct)
age-child
3age
age of child

What is the purpose of the assignment operator (=) in Python?

To print the value of a variable to the console
To compare two values for equality
To store information in a variable (correct)
To define a new function

What is an expression in Python?

Anything that represents a value, such as a literal, variable, equation, or function call (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `print()` function in Python?

To print values to the standard output (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a valid way to perform a calculation in Python?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is correct about the `print()` function?

It can print multiple expressions by separating them with commas. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of `round(3.7)`?

4.0 (A), 4 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `round()` function?

To round a numeric value to a specified number of decimal places. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the given example, what is the value of `kilometres` after executing `kilometres = miles * miles_to_kilometres`?

241.401 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the line `rounded_kilometres = round(kilometres, 1)`?

To round the value of <code>kilometres</code> to 1 decimal place. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected output of the program?

150 miles is 241.4 kilometres (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of the following code: print(5 + 3 * 2)

16 (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a semantic error?

Dividing by zero (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the value of the expression 7 // 3?

2 (B), 2.0 (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a valid string literal in Python?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of the following code: print(8 % 3)?

2 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `print()` function in Python?

To display information in the standard output (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which data type is represented by the literal value 'Hello World'?

String (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the `//` operator do in Python?

Floor division (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a valid Python variable name?

$var (A) Signup and view all the answers

In Python, what are symbols like '+', '-', '*', and '/' known as?

Operators (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of `5 + 3 * 2` in Python?

11 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What do brackets (`()`) indicate in mathematics and Python expressions?

Function call or precedence grouping (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which data type is represented by the literal value '3.14' in Python?

Floating point number (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the `**` operator in Python expression?

To perform exponentiation (B) Signup and view all the answers

'Hello' is an example of what type of literal value in Python?

String (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the `round()` function do in Python?

It rounds a numeric value to the nearest integer (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of `miles_to_kilometres = 1.60934` in the code?

To store the conversion rate from miles to kilometers (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected output when running the given code `print(3.2 + 4 * 2)`?

11.4 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the line `rounded_kilometres = round(kilometres, 1)` in the code snippet?

To round the number of kilometers to one decimal place (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does `1 mile is equal to 1.60934 kilometres` signify in the context of the program specification?

It specifies how many kilometers are in a mile for conversion purposes (A) Signup and view all the answers

What would be the result of `round(6.8765, 2)`?

6.88 (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect does the statement `distance = speed * time` represent?

Calculating distance based on speed and time (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of using `n` in `round(value, n)` function call?

It specifies the number of decimal places for rounding (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of `miles = 150` in the code snippet provided?

To store the given number of miles (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes what `type of the value will remain the same (i.e., int or float)` means?

The data type of a value will not change after rounding, it will still be either an integer or a float. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations for evaluating expressions in Python?

Exponents, Multiplication, Addition, Subtraction (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a good variable name according to variable name conventions in Python?

a_2_b (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an assignment operator (=) in Python?

To store information in a variable (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a valid variable name in Python?

age_of_child (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the `print()` function do in Python?

Print values to the standard output (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a part of the order of operations for evaluating expressions in Python?

& Modulo (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why are variable names with good style important in programming?

To make the code easier to read and understand (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an expression in Python?

...anything that you could store in a variable (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a valid way to name a variable in Python?

Age-Child (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a docstring in a Python program?

To improve code quality by documenting the author and program description (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Python comments in a program?

To explain decisions to other programmers (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why are self-documenting code and good variable names important in programming?

To improve code quality and understanding for other programmers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of descriptive variable names in a program?

They improve understanding and reduce maintenance costs (B) Signup and view all the answers

In Python, what is the role of recognizing patterns in programs?

To simplify reading and writing by recognizing common structures (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key reason for using a self-explanatory docstring at the beginning of a Python program?

To provide information about the program's author and purpose (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `#` symbol in Python?

To indicate the start of a comment (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a valid way to assign a value to a variable in Python?

y := 3.14 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of the following expression: `5 % 2`?

1 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `round()` function in Python?

To round a number to a specified number of decimal places (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a valid string literal in Python?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `import` statement in Python?

To access functions and modules from external libraries (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the expression `10 // 3`?

3.0 (A), 3 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the `%` operator do in Python?

It calculates the remainder of a division operation (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of `print(7.5 // 2)`?

3.0 (B), 3 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which module in the Python standard library provides mathematical functions and constants?

<code>math</code> (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `math.pi` constant in the `math` module?

It represents the value of the mathematical constant pi (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of `print(13 % 6)`?

1 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `math.sqrt()` function in the `math` module?

It calculates the square root of a number (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of `print(6.0 // 13)`?

0 (A), 0.0 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `input()` function in Python?

To read input from the user and return it as a string (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the `int()` function do in Python?

Converts a string to an integer (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using triple quotes (`"""` or `'''`) in Python?

To create a multiline string (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of escape codes in Python strings?

To include special characters in a string (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `round()` function in Python?

To round a number to a specified number of decimal places (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using parentheses `()` in Python expressions?

To group operations and specify the order of evaluation (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of the following code snippet: `print(3 + 4 * 2)`?

14 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `sep` parameter in the `print()` function?

To specify the separator between printed items (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `round()` function in Python?

Rounds a numeric value to the nearest integer (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a valid variable name in Python?

_myVar (C) Signup and view all the answers

What do literals represent in programming?

Actual values (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a valid way to name a variable in Python?

#varName (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of operands in programming?

Apply mathematical operations (A) Signup and view all the answers

How are expressions defined in programming?

Values or calculations that can be treated as a value (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a docstring in Python?

To provide a description of the program and its author (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `#` symbol in Python?

To create comments in the code (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents a good practice for variable naming in Python?

Using descriptive variable names like <code>radius</code> or <code>area</code> (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `round()` function in Python?

To round a floating-point number to a specified number of decimal places (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `**` operator in Python?

To perform exponentiation (raising a number to a power) (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of the expression `5 % 2` in Python?

1 (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `input()` function in Python?

To read input from the user and return it as a string (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the `int()` function do in Python?

Converts a string to an integer (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the `str()` function in Python?

To convert any data type to a string (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using escape codes in Python strings?

To insert special characters that cannot be typed directly (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using f-strings in Python?

To format strings by inserting variable values (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `import` statement in Python?

To import external modules or libraries (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of the following code: `print(10 // 3)`?

3 (A), 3.0 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the `round()` function in Python?

To round a floating-point number to a specified number of decimal places (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of the following code: `print(5 % 2)`?

1 (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a valid variable name in Python?

my_variable (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `import` statement in Python?

To load a module and make its functions and variables available in the current program (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `%` operator in Python?

It performs modulo division and returns the remainder (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a valid use of the `math` module in Python?

<code>math.sqrt(16)</code> (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the expression `6.0 % 13` in Python?

6 (B), 6.0 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a valid way to import the `math` module in Python?

<code>import math as m</code> (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `round()` function in Python?

It rounds a number to a specified number of decimal places (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of the expression `13 % 6` in Python?

1 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `**` operator in Python?

It performs exponentiation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of the expression `19.0 // 5` in Python?

3 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `input()` function in Python?

To obtain user input from the console (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of error is raised when you try to perform an operation on an incompatible data type?

TypeError (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a docstring in Python?

To provide documentation for a module, function, class, or method (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of error is raised when you try to convert a non-numeric value to a numeric data type?

ValueError (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `str()` function in Python?

To convert a value to a string data type (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `input()` function in Python?

To read user input from the command line or terminal (B) Signup and view all the answers

How can you handle potential `ValueError` exceptions when converting a string to an integer using `int()`?

Use a <code>try</code>/<code>except</code> block to catch the <code>ValueError</code> (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a docstring in Python?

To provide documentation for functions, modules, or classes (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `try`/`except` block in Python?

To handle exceptions and errors in code (A) Signup and view all the answers

How can you handle a `TypeError` when attempting to convert a non-numeric string to an integer using `int()`?

Use a <code>try</code>/<code>except</code> block to catch the <code>TypeError</code> (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `isinstance()` function in Python?

To check if an object is an instance of a specified class or data type (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of error occurs when trying to multiply a string by a float in Python?

TypeError (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which function is primarily used to convert a string to an integer in Python?

int() (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to prevent a ValueError when converting a string to a float in Python?

Ensuring the string contains valid numeric characters (C) Signup and view all the answers

When executing 'inches = input('Enter number of inches: ')', what data type is assigned to the variable 'inches' in Python initially?

str (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'ValueError' refer to in Python?

An error raised when an inappropriate value is passed to a function (A) Signup and view all the answers

In Python, which function is used to convert a string to a floating-point number?

float() (C) Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Order of Operations in Python

The first step in the order of operations for evaluating expressions is to handle parentheses first.
For basic arithmetic, operations are evaluated in this sequence: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication/Division, Addition/Subtraction (PEMDAS).

Variable Naming and Assignment

Valid variable names must start with a letter or underscore, followed by letters, numbers, or underscores.
The assignment operator = is used to assign values to variables.
Good variable names enhance code readability and maintainability.

Expressions and Calculations

An expression in Python is any combination of values, variables, operators, and function calls that results in a value.
The print() function outputs data to the console.
Valid calculation methods include using arithmetic operators like +, -, *, and /.
String literals can be enclosed in single or double quotes.

Mathematical Functions

round(3.7) returns 4, rounding to the nearest integer.
The round() function is used to round a floating-point number to a specified number of decimal places.
The expression 7 // 3 utilizes floor division, yielding 2.
The modulus operator % returns the remainder of a division operation.

Data Types and Operators

The literal value 'Hello World' represents a string type.
The // operator performs integer (floor) division while / performs float division.
In Python, ** denotes exponentiation.

Input, Output, and Escape Codes

The input() function is used to receive user input.
Symbols like # denote comments in Python, which are ignored during execution.
Triple quotes are used for multi-line strings or docstrings explaining code functionalities.

Function Outputs and Examples

The code print(5 + 3 * 2) evaluates to 11, demonstrating the order of operations.
print(8 % 3) outputs 2, showcasing the modulus operation.
Using math.sqrt() calculates the square root of a number, while math.pi holds the value of π.

Best Practices in Python

Self-documenting code and meaningful variable names reduce maintenance complexity.
Using descriptive variable names helps convey intent and improves collaboration among developers.
Patterns in programs are essential for establishing logical flow and structure.

Computational Results and Reusability

Understanding the significance of miles_to_kilometres as a conversion factor is crucial for distance calculations.
The function call round(value, n) indicates how many decimal places to round the result.
The expression 10 // 3 evaluates to 3, confirming floor division rules.

Summary of Operators and Functions

The int() function converts values to integers, while str() converts them to strings for text output.
Escape codes in strings enable the inclusion of special characters, like newlines or tabs.
Using f-strings allows for formatted string literals, enhancing code clarity and output readability.

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Questions and Answers

What is the first step in the order of operations for evaluating expressions in Python?

Which of the following is a valid variable name in Python?

What is the purpose of the assignment operator (=) in Python?

What is an expression in Python?

What is the purpose of the print() function in Python?

Which of the following is a valid way to perform a calculation in Python?

Which of the following statements is correct about the print() function?

What is the result of round(3.7)?

What is the purpose of the round() function?

In the given example, what is the value of kilometres after executing kilometres = miles * miles_to_kilometres?

What is the purpose of the line rounded_kilometres = round(kilometres, 1)?

What is the expected output of the program?

What is the output of the following code: print(5 + 3 * 2)

Which of the following is an example of a semantic error?

What is the value of the expression 7 // 3?

Which of the following is a valid string literal in Python?

What is the output of the following code: print(8 % 3)?

What is the purpose of the print() function in Python?

Which data type is represented by the literal value 'Hello World'?

What does the // operator do in Python?

Which of the following is NOT a valid Python variable name?

In Python, what are symbols like '+', '-', '*', and '/' known as?

What is the result of 5 + 3 * 2 in Python?

What do brackets (()) indicate in mathematics and Python expressions?

Which data type is represented by the literal value '3.14' in Python?

What is the purpose of using the ** operator in Python expression?

'Hello' is an example of what type of literal value in Python?

What does the round() function do in Python?

What is the purpose of miles_to_kilometres = 1.60934 in the code?

What is the expected output when running the given code print(3.2 + 4 * 2)?

What is the purpose of the line rounded_kilometres = round(kilometres, 1) in the code snippet?

What does 1 mile is equal to 1.60934 kilometres signify in the context of the program specification?

What would be the result of round(6.8765, 2)?

Which aspect does the statement distance = speed * time represent?

What is the significance of using n in round(value, n) function call?

What is the primary role of miles = 150 in the code snippet provided?

Which statement best describes what type of the value will remain the same (i.e., int or float) means?

What is the correct order of operations for evaluating expressions in Python?

Which of the following is considered a good variable name according to variable name conventions in Python?

What is the purpose of an assignment operator (=) in Python?

Which of the following is an example of a valid variable name in Python?

What does the print() function do in Python?

Which of the following is NOT a part of the order of operations for evaluating expressions in Python?

Why are variable names with good style important in programming?

What is an expression in Python?

Which of the following is NOT a valid way to name a variable in Python?

What is the purpose of a docstring in a Python program?

What is the main function of Python comments in a program?

Why are self-documenting code and good variable names important in programming?

What is the significance of descriptive variable names in a program?

In Python, what is the role of recognizing patterns in programs?

What is the key reason for using a self-explanatory docstring at the beginning of a Python program?

What is the purpose of the # symbol in Python?

Which of the following is NOT a valid way to assign a value to a variable in Python?

What is the output of the following expression: 5 % 2?

What is the purpose of the round() function in Python?

Which of the following is a valid string literal in Python?

What is the purpose of the import statement in Python?

What is the result of the expression 10 // 3?

What does the % operator do in Python?

What is the output of print(7.5 // 2)?

Which module in the Python standard library provides mathematical functions and constants?

What is the purpose of the math.pi constant in the math module?

What is the output of print(13 % 6)?

What is the purpose of the math.sqrt() function in the math module?

What is the result of print(6.0 // 13)?

What is the purpose of the input() function in Python?

What does the int() function do in Python?

What is the purpose of using triple quotes (""" or ''') in Python?

What is the purpose of escape codes in Python strings?

What is the purpose of the round() function in Python?

What is the purpose of using parentheses () in Python expressions?

What is the output of the following code snippet: print(3 + 4 * 2)?

What is the purpose of the sep parameter in the print() function?

What is the purpose of the round() function in Python?

Which of the following is a valid variable name in Python?

What is the purpose of the `print()` function in Python?

Which of the following statements is correct about the `print()` function?

What is the result of `round(3.7)`?

What is the purpose of the `round()` function?

In the given example, what is the value of `kilometres` after executing `kilometres = miles * miles_to_kilometres`?

What is the purpose of the line `rounded_kilometres = round(kilometres, 1)`?

What is the purpose of the `print()` function in Python?

What does the `//` operator do in Python?

What is the result of `5 + 3 * 2` in Python?

What do brackets (`()`) indicate in mathematics and Python expressions?

What is the purpose of using the `**` operator in Python expression?

What does the `round()` function do in Python?

What is the purpose of `miles_to_kilometres = 1.60934` in the code?

What is the expected output when running the given code `print(3.2 + 4 * 2)`?

What is the purpose of the line `rounded_kilometres = round(kilometres, 1)` in the code snippet?

What does `1 mile is equal to 1.60934 kilometres` signify in the context of the program specification?

What would be the result of `round(6.8765, 2)`?

Which aspect does the statement `distance = speed * time` represent?

What is the significance of using `n` in `round(value, n)` function call?

What is the primary role of `miles = 150` in the code snippet provided?

Which statement best describes what `type of the value will remain the same (i.e., int or float)` means?

What does the `print()` function do in Python?

What is the purpose of the `#` symbol in Python?

What is the output of the following expression: `5 % 2`?

What is the purpose of the `round()` function in Python?

What is the purpose of the `import` statement in Python?

What is the result of the expression `10 // 3`?

What does the `%` operator do in Python?

What is the output of `print(7.5 // 2)`?

What is the purpose of the `math.pi` constant in the `math` module?

What is the output of `print(13 % 6)`?

What is the purpose of the `math.sqrt()` function in the `math` module?

What is the result of `print(6.0 // 13)`?

What is the purpose of the `input()` function in Python?

What does the `int()` function do in Python?

What is the purpose of using triple quotes (`"""` or `'''`) in Python?

What is the purpose of the `round()` function in Python?

What is the purpose of using parentheses `()` in Python expressions?

What is the output of the following code snippet: `print(3 + 4 * 2)`?

What is the purpose of the `sep` parameter in the `print()` function?

What is the purpose of the `round()` function in Python?

What is the purpose of the `#` symbol in Python?

What is the purpose of the `round()` function in Python?

What is the purpose of the `**` operator in Python?

What is the output of the expression `5 % 2` in Python?

What is the purpose of the `input()` function in Python?

What does the `int()` function do in Python?

What is the purpose of using the `str()` function in Python?

What is the purpose of the `import` statement in Python?

What is the output of the following code: `print(10 // 3)`?

What is the purpose of using the `round()` function in Python?

What is the output of the following code: `print(5 % 2)`?

What is the purpose of the `import` statement in Python?

What is the purpose of the `%` operator in Python?

Which of the following is a valid use of the `math` module in Python?

What is the result of the expression `6.0 % 13` in Python?

Which of the following is a valid way to import the `math` module in Python?

What is the purpose of the `round()` function in Python?

What is the output of the expression `13 % 6` in Python?

What is the purpose of the `**` operator in Python?

What is the output of the expression `19.0 // 5` in Python?

What is the purpose of the `input()` function in Python?

What is the purpose of the `str()` function in Python?

What is the purpose of the `input()` function in Python?

How can you handle potential `ValueError` exceptions when converting a string to an integer using `int()`?

What is the purpose of the `try`/`except` block in Python?

How can you handle a `TypeError` when attempting to convert a non-numeric string to an integer using `int()`?

What is the purpose of the `isinstance()` function in Python?