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4.6 - Writing a Simple Program (in Python)

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Introduction to Python Programming

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Teacher
Teacher

Today, we are diving into the basics of writing simple programs in Python. Who can tell me why programming is important?

Student 1
Student 1

It helps us give instructions to computers to do tasks, right?

Teacher
Teacher

Exactly! Programming enables us to tell computers what we want them to do. Let's look at our first example—adding two numbers. This is a basic yet essential task in programming.

Student 2
Student 2

What do we need to start with?

Teacher
Teacher

We need to gather input from the user. Let's see the code for adding two numbers. Notice how we use `input()` to get user input and `print()` to output.

Student 3
Student 3

Can you summarize the steps?

Teacher
Teacher

Certainly! First, we take input, then convert it to an integer, perform the addition, and finally print the result. I like to remember it as I-P-A: Input, Process, and Output.

Working with Control Structures

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Teacher
Teacher

Now, let's explore how to check if a number is even or odd. What do you think we should look for?

Student 4
Student 4

We should see if it's divisible by 2!

Teacher
Teacher

Exactly! We will use the modulo operator `%`. If the result is zero when divided by 2, it's even; if not, it's odd. Let's see how this looks in Python.

Student 2
Student 2

How does the condition work in the code?

Teacher
Teacher

Great question! We use an `if` statement to evaluate our condition. Let’s dissect the code together.

Student 1
Student 1

What’s a good way to remember the syntax?

Teacher
Teacher

You can think of it as 'If it's zero, then that!'—meaning if the condition is true, do what follows. Remembering this can help you structure your coding logic.

Hands-On Coding Practice

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Teacher
Teacher

Now that we understand the code, let's practice writing it ourselves. Who wants to try adding two numbers?

Student 3
Student 3

I'll give it a shot! I remember the steps: I-P-A.

Teacher
Teacher

Perfect! Go ahead.

Student 3
Student 3

What if I want to test it with other numbers?

Teacher
Teacher

That's a great approach! Testing different inputs helps ensure your program works correctly. Let's all try it out now!

Student 4
Student 4

Can we also check if numbers are odd?

Teacher
Teacher

Absolutely! After the addition, switch to checking even or odd using similar steps. Just remember our earlier discussion on conditions.

Introduction & Overview

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Quick Overview

This section introduces simple programming in Python through practical examples, focusing on adding numbers and checking if a number is even or odd.

Standard

In this section, students learn to write simple Python programs, including how to add two numbers and determine if a number is even or odd. This illustrates the fundamentals of coding, such as inputs, outputs, and basic control structures like conditional statements.

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Writing a Simple Program (in Python)

In this section, we explore how to write simple programs using Python, focusing specifically on two practical examples: adding two numbers and checking if a number is even or odd.

Example 1: Add Two Numbers

This program demonstrates how to take input from the user, perform a basic arithmetic operation (addition), and then output the result. The program uses the input() function to prompt the user for two numbers, converts those inputs to integers, adds them together, and prints the sum.

Code Implementation:

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Example 2: Check Even or Odd

The second example illustrates the use of conditional statements in coding. The program checks if the user-provided number is even or odd by using the modulo operator. If the remainder when divided by 2 is zero, it prints 'Even'; otherwise, it prints 'Odd'.

Code Implementation:

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These examples showcase the fundamental concepts of inputs and outputs in programming and introduce beginners to basic code structure in Python.

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Example 1: Add Two Numbers

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Detailed Explanation

This chunk demonstrates a simple Python program for adding two numbers. The program starts by asking the user to input two numbers. The input() function captures this input as a string, which is why we convert it to an integer using int(). The two numbers are then added together and stored in the variable sum. Finally, the program outputs the result using the print() function.

Examples & Analogies

Think of this program like a cash register at a store. When a customer buys two items, the cashier enters their prices into a calculator (the computer program). The calculator then adds the prices together and shows the total amount to pay, just like our program shows the sum of two numbers.

Example 2: Check Even or Odd

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Detailed Explanation

In this chunk, we see how to check if a number is even or odd. The program prompts the user to enter a number, which is again collected as a string and converted to an integer. The key operation here is the modulus operator %, which returns the remainder of a division. If the remainder of num when divided by 2 is 0, then the number is even; otherwise, it is odd. The program uses conditional statements (if and else) to print out the appropriate result.

Examples & Analogies

Imagine you have a basket of apples. If you want to split them evenly between two friends, you need to check if the total number of apples is even. If you find that you have an even number of apples, you can easily divide them. If there’s one apple left over (odd), one friend will get an extra apple. This program behaves similarly by checking the number's parity (evenness or oddness).

Definitions & Key Concepts

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Key Concepts

  • Input and Output: Gathering data from users and displaying results.

  • Arithmetic Operations: Basic mathematical functions such as addition.

  • Conditional Statements: Using if-else structures to direct program flow based on conditions.

  • Modulo Operator: An operator to check for evenness or oddness of numbers.

Examples & Real-Life Applications

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Examples

  • Example of adding two numbers in Python: a = int(input('Enter first number: ')); b = int(input('Enter second number: ')); sum = a + b; print('The sum is:', sum).

  • Example of checking if a number is even or odd: num = int(input('Enter a number: ')); if num % 2 == 0: print('Even'); else: print('Odd').

Memory Aids

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🎵 Rhymes Time

  • If you want to add with glee, input first, then process the key!

📖 Fascinating Stories

  • Once in a land of numbers, there was a wise old programmer who taught all the villagers the secret of addition and whether their numbers were even or odd.

🧠 Other Memory Gems

  • Use I-P-A: Input-Process-Output to remember the steps of a simple program!

🎯 Super Acronyms

Remember 'C-R-' for Coding Rules

  • Clarity and Reusability!

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Glossary of Terms

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  • Term: Input

    Definition:

    Data that is entered into a program by the user.

  • Term: Output

    Definition:

    Data that is produced by the program and displayed to the user.

  • Term: Conditionals

    Definition:

    Statements that control the flow of the program based on certain conditions.

  • Term: Modulo Operator (%)

    Definition:

    An operator that returns the remainder after division of one number by another.