Questions and Answers
What is the first step to save a program in Python?
Which character is used to start a comment in Python?
What happens when you put a comment in your Python code?
What should you choose in the 'Save as type' dropdown to save a Python file?
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Which of the following best describes a comment in programming?
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Which of the following options would NOT be a valid action when saving a Python program?
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In terms of readability, comments are beneficial because they:
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How does an interpreter treat a line of code that is commented out?
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What is the purpose of the Save As dialog box when saving a program?
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Study Notes
Saving a Program in Python
- Access the File menu and select the Save option.
- The Save As dialog box will appear; enter the desired file name.
- Select "Python files" in the "Save as type" dropdown menu.
- Click the Save button to store the file, which can be identified as Untitled-Notepad initially.
- Ensure the file name has a .py extension (e.g., temperature.py) for Python compatibility.
Python Comments
- Comments are essential for explaining and clarifying Python code, enhancing readability.
- They can be used to disable the execution of certain code segments for testing purposes.
- A comment begins with the hash (#) symbol and continues to the end of the line.
- Example:
# This is a comment
followed by executable code likeprint("Hello, World!")
.
- Example:
Types of Comments
- There are two main types of comments in Python:
- Single-line comments initiated by the hash symbol (#).
- Multi-line comments often encompass multiple single-line comments or use triple quotes for longer explanations.
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This quiz covers the essential steps to save a Python program. From accessing the File menu to selecting the correct file type, learn how to effectively save your work in Python. Test your understanding of the saving process with this quick quiz.