Practice Programming Data Structures And Algorithms In Python (24.1) - Function definitions
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Programming Data Structures and Algorithms in Python

Practice - Programming Data Structures and Algorithms in Python

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Question 1 Easy

What is the purpose of using default values in function definitions?

💡 Hint: Think about cases when not all arguments are necessary.

Question 2 Easy

Explain how named argument passing can be beneficial.

💡 Hint: Consider how clear function calls can be to others reading the code.

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Question 1

What is an advantage of using named parameters in Python?

A. It allows multiple definitions for the same function
B. It improves readability and avoids confusion over order
C. It eliminates the need for parameters

💡 Hint: Think about how functions can become complex with many parameters.

Question 2

True or False: Default values in Python functions must be defined at the end of the parameter list.

💡 Hint: Remember the structure of function definitions.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Create a function that sorts a list of integers, with the default order being ascending. Additionally, allow for a parameter that lets the user choose descending order.

💡 Hint: Remember how default parameters work and think about the sorted function.

Challenge 2 Hard

Redefine a mathematical operation function to compute area by switching between rectangle and circle based on an additional argument. Provide separate definitions for each case.

💡 Hint: Focus on how to manage different definitions within a single function template.

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