Python Programming Fundamentals

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What is the purpose of the return statement in the addtwo function?

  • To store the sum of the two numbers in a local variable
  • To call the addtwo function with 3 and 5 as arguments
  • To assign the computed value to the variable x
  • To send the computed value back to the calling code as the function result (correct)

What is the value of the variable x after the script executes?

  • 10
  • 8 (correct)
  • 3
  • 5

Why is it beneficial to divide a program into functions?

  • To make the program harder to read and understand
  • To make the program only work for one specific task
  • To make the program longer and more repetitive
  • To make the program smaller by eliminating repetitive code (correct)

What is an advantage of using well-designed functions?

<p>They are often useful for many programs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the values of a and b within the addtwo function?

<p>They are assigned the values 3 and 5 respectively (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the addtwo function?

<p>To add two numbers together (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of naming a group of statements in a function?

<p>To make the program easier to read, understand, and debug (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of debugging a program divided into functions?

<p>You can debug the parts one at a time and then assemble them into a working whole (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when you make a change to a function?

<p>You only have to make the change in one place (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it beneficial to reuse well-designed functions?

<p>You can reuse it in many programs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the local variable in the addtwo function?

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

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