Random Numbers and List Manipulation
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What should the variable myCollectionNameSingular store?

  • The length of the collection name
  • The singular form of the collection name (correct)
  • A list containing strings representing items in the collection
  • The plural form of the collection name

    • How many steps are involved in creating a list of items in the collection?

  • 4
  • 3 (correct)
  • 5
  • 2

    • What function is used to count the number of items in the list myCollection?

  • count()
  • sum()
  • length()
  • len() (correct)

    • What does Part C instruct you to do first?

    <p>Print a blank line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which variable is used to dynamically display each item in the collection on a separate line?

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

    What aspect of Python programming is emphasized in the provided text?

    <p>List manipulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using the random.random() function in Python?

    <p>Generating a pseudorandom number with a uniform distribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which generator does the random.random() function in Python use?

    <p>Mersenne Twister</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When using the random.randint() function in Python, what type of numbers does it generate?

    <p>Random integers within a specified range</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of values that the random.random() function can produce in Python?

    <p>Between 0.0 (inclusive) and 1.0 (exclusive)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function should you use if you want to generate random integers within a specific range in Python?

    <p>random.randint()</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Python, which module should be imported to use the random functions?

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

    What is the main difference between random numbers and pseudorandom numbers?

    <p>Random numbers are truly random while pseudorandom numbers appear random.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a pseudorandom number generator (PRNG) known for?

    <p>Generating numbers that seem random but are actually predictable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of computers, why do pseudorandom numbers require more effort than random numbers?

    <p>Pseudorandom number generation involves complex algorithms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does a seed value play in generating pseudorandom numbers?

    <p>It initializes the algorithm used to generate the pseudorandom numbers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the nature of pseudorandom numbers?

    <p>They are predictable but appear random.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do computers generate pseudorandom numbers compared to humans?

    <p>Computers use a seed value and an algorithm to generate predictable yet looking random numbers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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