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Using setattr() to Add Dynamically

5.6.1 - Using setattr() to Add Dynamically

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does the setattr() function do?

💡 Hint: Think about modifying object properties at runtime.

Question 2 Easy

How would you add a 'color' attribute to an object 'car'?

💡 Hint: Recall the syntax of `setattr()`.

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Question 1

What is the purpose of setattr() in Python?

To remove attributes
To dynamically add attributes
To print object attributes

💡 Hint: Think about how attributes are handled in objects.

Question 2

Using setattr(), how would you define a method in a class?

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall the flexibility of dynamic programming.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Create a dynamic class where you can add multiple different attributes and methods based on user input.

💡 Hint: Construct a user interface that allows the input of node names and their attributes.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss how dynamic attribute manipulation using setattr() might complicate debugging processes.

💡 Hint: Reflect on scenarios where mystery attributes might break functionality.

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