3.2 - Iterators and the Iterator Protocol
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What are the two methods required for an object to be considered an iterator?
💡 Hint: Think of how Python uses these methods in loops.
What exception is raised when the end of an iterator is reached?
💡 Hint: It's a key part of the iterator protocol.
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What key methods must be implemented for an object to be an iterator?
💡 Hint: Recall the definitions provided in class.
True or False: The StopIteration exception is raised when the iterator is still producing items.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens during iteration.
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Design an iterator that can produce prime numbers indefinitely. Describe the implementation process.
💡 Hint: Consider how to check for prime status efficiently.
Implement an iterator that goes through a list but skips every second element. What modifications do you need to the next() method?
💡 Hint: Think about how you can control the loop within the next method.
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