Python Features Overview
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Who developed the Python programming language?

  • James Gosling
  • Bjarne Stroustrup
  • Guido van Rossum (correct)
  • Dennis Ritchie

Python requires compilation before the execution of programs.

False (B)

What feature of Python allows it to run on various platforms without modification?

Portability

Python is an __________ programming language.

<p>object-oriented</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Python features with their descriptions:

<p>Simple and easy-to-learn = Beginners-friendly with a clear syntax Interpreted = No need for compilation before execution Object-Oriented = Supports encapsulation and inheritance Scalable = Better structure for large programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a feature of Python?

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

What feature allows Python to integrate with other languages and tools?

<p>Extendable modules (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Python programming language was inspired by a BBC comedy series.

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

What is a significant advantage of Python's interactive mode?

<p>Interactive testing and debugging</p> Signup and view all the answers

Python automatically collects garbage, eliminating the need for manual memory management.

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

What command is used to start the Python interactive interpreter on a Windows system?

<p>C:&gt;python</p> Signup and view all the answers

Python scripts have the file extension ____.

<p>.py</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following features of Python with their descriptions:

<p>Extendable = Ability to add low-level modules Dynamic = Supports dynamic type checking Broad Standard Library = Portability across platforms GUI Programming = Support for graphical user interfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a way to run Python?

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

Python can only create GUI applications for Windows operating systems.

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

What command is used to execute a Python script named 'example.py' on a Unix/Linux system?

<p>$python example.py</p> Signup and view all the answers

What default separator does the print function use when printing multiple objects?

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

The raw_input function is available in Python 3.

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

What is the purpose of the flush parameter in the print function?

<p>To determine whether the output stream should be forcibly flushed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Python, the function used to read user input is called ______.

<p>input</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the functions with their descriptions:

<p>input = Assumes input is a valid Python expression raw_input = Reads input as a string (Python 2) print = Displays output to the console import = Loads a module into the current namespace</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following outputs will be produced by this code: print(1,2,3,4, sep='+')?

<p>1+2+3+4 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The evaluated result of the input function can be a mathematical expression.

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

Which operator represents multiplication in Python?

<ul> <li>(B)</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

The modulus operator (%) gives the quotient of two numbers.

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

What is the standard file object where the print function outputs its values by default?

<p>sys.stdout</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the expression 5 ** 2 in Python?

<p>25</p> Signup and view all the answers

The operator used to compare if two values are equal is called ______.

<p>==</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of operator in Python?

<p>String Operators (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The floor division operator (//) will always return a floating-point number.

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

Match the following operators with their descriptions:

<p>== = Checks if two values are equal != = Checks if two values are not equal</p> <blockquote> <p>= Checks if left value is greater than right value &lt;= = Checks if left value is less than or equal to right value</p> </blockquote> Signup and view all the answers

In the expression a = b + c, the variables a, b, and c are known as ______.

<p>operands</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will the output of the code print(a is b) be given that a = 10 and b = 10?

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

Python uses left-associative evaluation for the assignment operator '='.

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

What does the // operator do in Python?

<p>Floor division</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Python, the operator used for exponentiation is ____.

<p>**</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following operators with their functions:

<p><code>is</code> = Identity operator <code>in</code> = Membership operator <code>*</code> = Multiplication <code>==</code> = Equality operator</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a logical operator in Python?

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

Python allows multi-line statements using parentheses.

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

What is the role of the import function in Python?

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Study Notes

Python Features

  • Python was created by Guido van Rossum at the National Research Institute for Mathematics and Computer Science in the Netherlands between 1985 and 1990.
  • It is a high-level, interpreted, interactive, object-oriented, and general-purpose programming language.
  • Python's source code is licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL).
  • Key Features:
    • Simple and easy to learn, with a clear and concise syntax.
    • Interpreted, meaning code is executed line by line without needing to compile it first.
    • Supports interactive mode, which allows for testing and debugging code in real-time.
    • Object-oriented, allowing for code organization using objects and classes.
    • Portable, running on various hardware and software platforms with a consistent interface.
    • Scalable, providing efficient structure for large programs.
    • Extendable, enabling programmers to add low-level modules for customization.
    • Dynamic, supporting dynamic typing and automatic garbage collection.
    • Suitable for GUI Programming and Databases, with libraries for creating GUI applications and interacting with databases.
    • Has a broad standard library, providing tools for diverse applications.

Running Python

  • There are three ways to run Python:
    • Interactive Interpreter: Accessing the Python interpreter directly to execute code interactively.
    • Script from Command Line: Executing Python scripts (files with .py extension) from the command line.
    • Integrated Development Environment (IDE): Using a specialized environment like PyCharm or VS Code for writing and executing Python code.

Identifiers and Keywords

  • Identifiers are names used to identify variables, functions, classes, modules, etc.
  • Reserved Keywords are words that have special meaning in the Python language and cannot be used as identifiers.

Variables and Comments

  • Variables are used to store data in Python. Assign a value to a variable using the assignment operator (=).
  • Comments are lines of text that are ignored by the interpreter; they are used to add explanations or notes to the code.

Indentation and Code Structure

  • Indentation is crucial in Python. It defines blocks of code and is used to denote program structure.
  • Multi-Line Statements can be split across multiple lines using a backslash ().
  • Multiple Statement Group (Suite) are blocks of statements that are executed together.
  • Quotes in Python are used to represent strings (text). Use single ('), double ("), or triple (''') quotes.

Input/Output Functions

  • Python provides built-in functions for input and output:
    • Displaying Output: The print() function is used to display output to the console.
    • Reading Input: The input() function takes input from the user and returns it as a string.
    • Import Function: The import keyword allows programs to use functions and classes defined in other modules.

Operators

  • Operators are symbols that perform operations on values.
  • Arithmetic Operators: Perform basic arithmetic operations (+, -, *, /, %, **, //).
  • Relational Operators: Compare values and return a Boolean result (==, !=, >, <, >=, <=).
  • Assignment Operators: Assign values to variables (=, +=, -=, *=, /=, %=, //=, **=).
  • Logical Operators: Combine Boolean expressions (and, or, not).
  • Bitwise Operators: Operate on individual bits (|, &, ^, ~, <<, >>).
  • Membership Operators: Check if a value is present in a sequence (in, not in).
  • Identity Operators: Check if two objects are identical (is, is not).

Operator Precedence and Associativity

  • Operator Precedence: Determines the order in which operators are evaluated in an expression. Higher precedence operators are evaluated first.
  • Operator Associativity: Determines how operators of the same precedence are grouped.
    • Left-associative: Operators are evaluated from left to right.
    • Right-associative: Operators are evaluated from right to left.

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This quiz covers the key features of Python, the high-level programming language created by Guido van Rossum. Explore its simplicity, interpretive nature, object-oriented capabilities, and how it supports various programming environments. Test your knowledge on what makes Python a versatile choice for developers.

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