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What is a function in programming?
What is a function in programming?
- A variable that stores a single value
- A sequence of statements that performs a specific task (correct)
- A loop that iterates through a set of instructions
- A conditional statement that executes code based on a condition
Why do we need functions in programming?
Why do we need functions in programming?
- For reusability and to keep the code organized (correct)
- To optimize memory usage
- To handle user input and output operations
- To create complex data structures
How does defining a function contribute to reusability?
How does defining a function contribute to reusability?
- It enables parallel processing of tasks
- It allows the same block of code to be used multiple times (correct)
- It automatically optimizes the code for performance
- It reduces the number of variables in the program
What analogy is used to describe a function in the text?
What analogy is used to describe a function in the text?
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What benefit does creating a function offer when calculating the area of a circle for different radii?
What benefit does creating a function offer when calculating the area of a circle for different radii?
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