Exam 2 Python

A group of statements that exist within a program for the purpose of performing a specific task is a(n) ______

• block

• function

• parameter

• expression

A design technique that helps to reduce the duplication of code within a program and is a benefit of using functions is

• code reuse

• divide and conquer

• debugging

• facilitation of teamwork

You ______ the method to execute it

• define

• call

• import

• export

A design technique that programmers use to break down an algorithm into functions is known as

• top-down design

• code simplification

• code refactoring

• hierarchical subtasking

The first line of a method definition is known as the

• header

• introduction

• initialization

• title

A ______ is a diagram that gives a visual representation of the relationships between functions in a program

• flowchart

• function relationship chart

• symbol chart

• hierarchy chart

A(n) ______ variable is created inside a function.

• global

• constant

• defined

• local

A(n) ______ is a special variable that receives a piece of data when a function is called.

• argument

• parameter

• header

• packet

A(n) _____ is the part of a program in which a variable may be accessed.

• declaration space

• area of visibility

• scope

• mode

A(n) _____ is a piece of data that is sent into a function.

• argument

• parameter

• header

• packet