13.6.2. Python Example

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does 'wb' stand for when opening a binary file?

   Hint

   Think about the meaning of write in file operations.

2. 2.

   What is the significance of using a context manager in file handling?

   Hint

   Consider resource management.

3. 3.

   What does the 'open' function do in Python?

   • Creates a new file
   • Opens an existing file
   • Both A and B

   Hint

   Consider the different modes of file operations.

4. 4.

   True or False: Binary files can only store images.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about data types beyond just images.

5. 5.

   Design a Python script that reads a binary file containing integers and calculates their average.

   Hint

   Remember to convert the binary content into integers.

6. 6.

   Create a Python program that appends a list of bytes to an existing binary file.

   Hint

   Use append mode to ensure the data is added to the end.