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What is a primary characteristic of a list in Python?
What is a primary characteristic of a list in Python?
When should a dictionary be preferred over a list?
When should a dictionary be preferred over a list?
Which of the following best describes the capabilities of methods used on lists?
Which of the following best describes the capabilities of methods used on lists?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the manipulation of dictionaries?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the manipulation of dictionaries?
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What is NOT an objective related to lists in Python programming?
What is NOT an objective related to lists in Python programming?
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What is the output of the expression list(range(1, 5))?
What is the output of the expression list(range(1, 5))?
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How many elements will the list third contain after executing third = list('Hi there!')?
How many elements will the list third contain after executing third = list('Hi there!')?
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What does the expression first[2:4] return if first = [1, 2, 3, 4]?
What does the expression first[2:4] return if first = [1, 2, 3, 4]?
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Which of the following methods can be used to create a list from an iterable sequence of elements?
Which of the following methods can be used to create a list from an iterable sequence of elements?
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What will be the result of the following operation: first + [5, 6] if first = [1, 2, 3, 4]?
What will be the result of the following operation: first + [5, 6] if first = [1, 2, 3, 4]?
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What is the main purpose of defining simple functions in Python?
What is the main purpose of defining simple functions in Python?
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What will be printed as the median of the list of numbers if the list contains an even number of elements?
What will be printed as the median of the list of numbers if the list contains an even number of elements?
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Which of the following correctly represents a tuple in Python?
Which of the following correctly represents a tuple in Python?
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In a Python function definition, what is referred to as the 'docstring'?
In a Python function definition, what is referred to as the 'docstring'?
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What does the expression len(first) return if first = [1, 2, 3, 4]?
What does the expression len(first) return if first = [1, 2, 3, 4]?
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What is the output of the expression first[2:4] if first = [1, 2, 3, 4]?
What is the output of the expression first[2:4] if first = [1, 2, 3, 4]?
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Which method can be used to create a list containing the characters from the string 'Hello'?
Which method can be used to create a list containing the characters from the string 'Hello'?
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Given second = list(range(1, 5)), which of the following statements is true?
Given second = list(range(1, 5)), which of the following statements is true?
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What is the result of concatenating the lists first = [1, 2, 3] and second = [4, 5]?
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Study Notes
Fundamentals of Python: First Programs (Chapter 5)
- Lists and dictionaries are data structures for organizing data.
- Lists store data values in a sequence, indexed from 0.
- Dictionaries organize data using key-value pairs.
- Lists are mutable (changeable).
- Dictionaries are also mutable.
- Lists use square brackets, dictionaries use curly braces.
- List elements can be of any type, dict keys are immutable types (e.g., strings, numbers).
- Lists are accessed via index, dictionaries via keys.
Objectives
- Construct lists and access items within.
- Use methods to manipulate lists (e.g., append, insert, extend, remove).
- Traverse lists to process items.
- Construct dictionaries and access entries.
- Manipulate dictionaries.
- Choose appropriate data structures for applications.
Introduction
- Lists allow manipulation of data sequences of any type.
- Dictionaries associate data values by association rather than sequential positions.
- Lists and dictionaries are valuable for organizing data for applications.
Lists
- Lists are sequences of items (elements).
- Examples include shopping lists, to-do lists, and rosters.
- Each item in a list has a unique index.
- Indices range from 0 to length—1.
List Literals and Basic Operators
- Examples include lists of strings and nested lists.
- List elements are expressions, their values are included in the list.
- The list function builds lists from iterables sequences.
- len, [], +, and == operators work as expected with lists.
Replacing an Element in a List
- Lists are mutable, elements can be replaced, removed, or inserted.
- The subscript operator [] is used to replace elements.
List Methods for Inserting and Removing Elements
- Methods to append, extend, insert, pop, and pop(index).
Searching a List
- Use the 'in' operator to test for an element's presence.
- The index method locates the position of an element.
Sorting a List
- The sort method arranges list elements naturally.
Mutator Methods and the Value None
- Mutator methods (e.g., insert, append, extend, pop, and sort)
- Python automatically returns the value None.
Aliasing and Side Effects
- Mutable lists can lead to aliasing (multiple variables referring to the same object).
- Copying list contents avoids aliasing.
Equality: Object Identity and Structural Equivalence
- The
==operator tests for structural equivalence (same content). - The
isoperator tests for object identity (same object).
Example: Using a List to Find the Median of a Set of Numbers
Tuples
- Tuples resemble lists but are immutable.
- Elements of a tuple are enclosed in parentheses.
Defining Simple Functions
- Functions organize code for better execution.
- Function definition involves header and body.
- Docstring describes the function's purpose.
Parameters and Arguments
- Parameters are names used in function definitions.
- Arguments match parameters in position.
- Functions can be defined with no parameters
The Return Statement
- Return statements specify values to be returned.
- If no return, Python returns None.
Boolean Functions
- Returns true if an argument has a certain property, otherwise false.
Defining a Main Function
- main is the entry point for a script.
Dictionaries
- Dictionaries organize data using keys and values.
- Keys are associated with values.
Dictionary Literals
- Key-value pairs separated by commas.
- Enclosed in curly braces.
Adding Keys and Replacing Values
- Dictionaries use [] to add and replace key-value pairs.
Accessing Values
- Accessing values via keys.
-
has_keycan test for key existence. - Using the get method for value retrieval
Removing Keys
- Use the
popmethod to remove items.
Traversing a Dictionary
- Traversing using
items()method for key-value pairs. - Keys with values are returned in list form.
-
keys()method returns list of keys. -
sort()method can be used to order keys
Chapter Summary
- A list is a sequence; manipulated with operators like subscript.
- Tuples resemble lists, but tuples are immutable.
- Functions have headers and body,return values.
- Dictionaries organize data with keys/values.
- Mutable objects can cause aliasing, functions can be called with parameters.
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Explore the fundamental data structures in Python, focusing on lists and dictionaries. This quiz will test your understanding of how to construct, manipulate, and access these data structures effectively. Gain practical skills for choosing the right data structure for various applications.
