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What is the first step to save a program in Python?
What is the first step to save a program in Python?
- Enter the file name
- Click on the save button
- Choose the Python files in the save as type drop down box
- Click on the File menu and select the Save option (correct)
Which character is used to start a comment in Python?
Which character is used to start a comment in Python?
- /*
- //
- # (correct)
- --
What happens when you put a comment in your Python code?
What happens when you put a comment in your Python code?
- It allows the statement to execute
- It enhances the execution speed
- It changes the output of the code
- It prevents execution of the line when testing (correct)
What should you choose in the 'Save as type' dropdown to save a Python file?
What should you choose in the 'Save as type' dropdown to save a Python file?
Which of the following best describes a comment in programming?
Which of the following best describes a comment in programming?
Which of the following options would NOT be a valid action when saving a Python program?
Which of the following options would NOT be a valid action when saving a Python program?
In terms of readability, comments are beneficial because they:
In terms of readability, comments are beneficial because they:
How does an interpreter treat a line of code that is commented out?
How does an interpreter treat a line of code that is commented out?
What is the purpose of the Save As dialog box when saving a program?
What is the purpose of the Save As dialog box when saving a program?
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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 commentfollowed 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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