Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
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What is the primary purpose of the __init__() method in a Python class?

  • To automatically execute when a class is defined, setting up class-level attributes.
  • To define the class's inheritance structure.
  • To specify the destructor method that is called when an object is deleted.
  • To automatically execute when an object of the class is created, typically initializing instance variables. (correct)

How can a private method __my_method of class MyClass be accessed from outside the class?

  • By using the object name with single underscore like `object._my_method()`
  • Directly, using `object.__my_method()`
  • By using name mangling: `object._MyClass__my_method()` (correct)
  • Private methods cannot be accessed outside the class under any circumstances.

What does the __repr__() method do?

  • Initializes the object's attributes.
  • Returns a string representation of an object. (correct)
  • Compares two class objects.
  • Returns the length of the object.

Given the following code, what will be the output?

class Calculator:
    def __init__(self, value):
        self._internal_value = value

    def add(self, amount):
        self._internal_value += amount
        self.display()

    def display(self):
        print(f"Result: {self._internal_value}")

calc = Calculator(5)
calc.add(3)

<p><code>Result: 8</code> (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consider the following class definition. What is the purpose of the __cmp__() method?

class Value:
    def __init__(self, val):
        self.val = val

    def __cmp__(self, other):
        return self.val - other.val

<p>To compare two class objects. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the double underscore prefix and suffix (e.g., __methodName__) in Python?

<p>It denotes methods that are part of Python's data model and have special meanings. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)?

<p>To structure code into objects, encapsulating data and behavior. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key concept of Object-Oriented Programming?

<p>Compilation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a class in Object-Oriented Programming?

<p>A blueprint for creating objects, encapsulating attributes and methods. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Python, which keyword is used to define a class?

<p><code>class</code> (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when we say an object is an 'instance' of a class?

<p>The object is a specific realization of the class. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the self parameter in a class method in Python?

<p>It refers to the current instance of the class. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consider the following code:

class Dog:
    def __init__(self, name):
        self.name = name

dog1 = Dog("Buddy")
dog2 = Dog("Max")

del dog1
print(dog1.name)

What will be the output of the print statement?

<p>An error indicating that <code>dog1</code> is not defined. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Given the following class definition in Python:

class Circle:
    def __init__(self, radius):
        self.radius = radius

    def area(self):
        return 3.14159 * self.radius * self.radius

circle1 = Circle(5)

If we were to implement a del circle1.radius statement after the circle1 object is instantiated what behavior would you except?

<p>The <code>area</code> method will raise an AttributeError when called. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consider the following Python code and determine the output:

class Mystery:
    value = 10

    def __init__(self, increment):
        self.increment = increment

    def calculate(self):
        self.value += self.increment
        return self.value

obj1 = Mystery(5)
obj2 = Mystery(3)

print(obj1.calculate(), obj2.calculate())

<p><code>15 18</code> (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the self argument in a Python class method?

<p>To refer to the instance of the object calling the method. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Within a Python class, how are private variables typically denoted?

<p>Using a double underscore prefix, e.g., <code>__variable</code>. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will be the result of the following code?

class Example:
    def __init__(self):
        self.public_var = 10
        self.__private_var = 20

    def get_private(self):
        return self.__private_var

obj = Example()
print(obj.public_var)
print(obj.get_private())
print(obj.__private_var)

<p>10 \n 20 \n AttributeError (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Examine the following Python code snippet. What is the area of the rectangle?

class Rectangle:
    def __init__(self, length, width):
        self.length = length
        self.width = width

    def calculate_area(self):
        return self.length * self.width

rect = Rectangle(7, 6)
area = rect.calculate_area()
print(area)

<p>42 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In object-oriented programming, what is the primary reason for using private methods within a class?

<p>To encapsulate internal logic and prevent direct external access, thus maintaining data integrity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consider the following code representing car attributes and their values. Which of these options is the correct way to access and print the price of the car?

<p><code>print(car1.price)</code> (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of the following code snippet?

class Value:
    def __init__(self, val):
        self.__value = val

    def get_value(self):
        return self.__value

obj = Value(10)
print(obj.get_value())
print(obj.__value)

<p>10 \n AttributeError (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism for preventing direct access to private attributes from outside a class in Python?

<p>Python relies on naming conventions (e.g., a double underscore prefix) and the principle of 'we are all consenting adults'. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Consider the following Python class definition. What is the calculated perimeter of rect?

class Shape:
    def __init__(self, length, width):
        self.length = length
        self.width = width

    def perimeter(self):
        return 2 * (self.length + self.width)

class Square(Shape):
    def __init__(self, side):
        super().__init__(side, side)

rect = Shape(5, 10)

<p>30 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Given how Python handles private attributes (using name mangling with double underscores), is it technically possible to access a 'private' attribute from outside the class, and if so, how?

<p>Yes, by knowing the name-mangled version of the attribute, which includes the class name. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

A programming paradigm that structures code into 'objects'. These objects contain data (attributes) and behavior (methods).

Class

A blueprint for creating objects, defining their attributes and methods.

Object

An instance of a class, a concrete realization of the blueprint.

class Keyword

Keyword used to define a class in Python.

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Object Instantiation

An object is created when a class is instantiated.

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Object Properties

Accessing and modifying the characteristics (data) associated with an object.

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del object.property

Used to remove a property of an object

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Method

A function defined within a class that operates on objects of that class.

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self Parameter

A reference to the current instance of the class; used to access its variables.

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Accessing private methods

Access a private method from outside the class using name mangling.

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Calling class methods

A method within a class can call another method of the same class using 'self'.

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init() Method

A special method in Python classes that automatically executes when an object is created, used to initialize object variables.

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repr() Function

Returns a string representation of an object, useful for debugging and logging.

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cmp() Function

Used to compare two class objects, defining how objects are ordered.

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len() Function

Returns the length of an object, works on various data types like strings, lists, and tuples.

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What is self in Python classes?

Refers to the instance of a class, allowing access to its attributes and methods.

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What is a method in a Python class?

A function defined inside a class that performs operations on the object's attributes.

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What are attributes in a Python class?

Variables defined within a class that hold data associated with the object.

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What are public variables?

Variables that can be accessed from anywhere in the program using the dot operator.

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What are private variables?

Variables defined with a double underscore prefix (__) that can only be accessed from within the class.

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What are Private methods?

Methods that start with double underscores and are meant to be used only within the class.

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What does the area() method calculate?

Calculates the space enclosed within a rectangle.

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What does the perimeter() method calculate?

Determines the total length of the boundary of a rectangle.

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How to access attributes inside a class method?

Use 'self.attribute' to access and modify object-specific data.

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What is a Class?

A blueprint for creating objects (instances) that share attributes and methods.

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Study Notes

  • Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) structures code by organizing it into "objects."
  • Objects represent real-world entities or abstract concepts.
  • Objects encapsulate data (attributes) and behavior (methods).
  • OOP enables developers to create modular, reusable, and maintainable code.
  • Key concepts include Classes and Objects, Encapsulation, Inheritance, Polymorphism and Abstraction.

Classes and Objects

  • "Class" is a blueprint of objects, which encapsulates attributes and methods.
  • The class keyword creates a class in Python.
  • The syntax of classes contains the class keyword followed by name and a colon, indented block for class definition.
  • If a class definition is empty, use the pass statement to avoid errors.
  • "Objects" are instances of a class
  • Object is created using the class name followed by parentheses
    • objectName = ClassName()
  • Attributes of objects can be accessed and modified using dot notation
    • car1.name = "Swift"
  • Object properties can be deleted using the del keyword
    • del car1.name

Class with Methods

  • The self parameter references the current instance of the class and accesses variables.
  • Class methods must have self as their first argument.
  • The value of self is automatically provided by Python.
  • The self argument refers to the object itself.

Public and Private Data Members

  • Public variables are defined in the class and can be accessed from anywhere using the dot operator.
  • Private variables are defined with a double underscore prefix
  • Private variables can only be accessed from within the class.
  • Attempting to access a private variable from outside the class raises an AttributeError.

Private Methods

  • Private methods have implementation details and should not be used outside the class unless necessary.
  • Access private method from outside the class using: objectname._classname__privatemethodname

Calling Class Methods

  • You can call a class mthod from another class method using self.methodname()

__init__() Method

  • __init__() has special significance in Python classes.
  • It is automatically executed when an object of a class is created.
  • Use to initialize the variables of the class object.
  • __init__() is prefixed and suffixed by double underscores.

Other Special Methods

  • __repr__() is a built-in function with syntax repr(object) and returns a string representation of an object.
  • __cmp__() is called to compare two class objects.
  • __len__() is a built-in function with syntax len(object) and returns the length of an object.

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This lesson explains Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and structures code by organizing it into objects. Key concepts include Classes, Objects, Encapsulation, Inheritance, Polymorphism and Abstraction. OOP enables developers to create modular, reusable, and maintainable code.

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