Programming Fundamentals Recap

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What is the primary purpose of the input function in a Python program?

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To ask the user for information

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Which command is used to output messages in Python?

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print()

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What role do variables play in a Python program?

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They store data for later use.

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What does a comment in Python code signify?

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It is ignored by the computer.

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Which of the following best describes a string in programming? A type of mathematical operator, A sequence of characters, A numerical value, A command to output data

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A sequence of characters

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What can happen if you use the wrong data type in a calculation?

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The result may be incorrect

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What is the function of mathematical operators in Python?

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To perform calculations on data

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Which of the following describes the three basic types of programming constructs? Input, output, and processing, Data types, operators, and comments, Sequencing, selection, and iteration, Variables, functions, and loops

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Sequencing, selection, and iteration

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What is an if statement used for in programming?

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To execute code based on a condition

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Why is relevant variable naming important in programming?

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It helps others understand the code.