Module 2

Python Coding Basics

What is the purpose of the print command in programming?

used to output the string/text contained within the parentheses to the console or standard output.

What character is used to mark comments in programming?

marked by the # symbol.

What is a string in programming?

A sequence of characters, typically used to represent text, such as 'Hello World'.

Define an integer in programming.

a whole number without a fraction

What is a float in programming?

a number that includes a decimal point, allowing for values below or above one

What does a boolean represent in programming?

a logical data type that can take the value True or False.

What is the role of a variable in programming?

a storage location identified by a name that can hold different values over time.

What are common conventions for naming variables?

Variables are commonly named using underscore _ to separate words or CamelCase, and names should reflect the value they represent.

What is a function in programming?

a reusable block of code that performs a specific task.

How does a string method differ from a function?

A string method acts on a string to perform specific manipulations, while a function is a standalone block of code that can take inputs and may return outputs.

What will the isNumeric() method return when called on the string 'Name'?

It will return False because 'Name' does not consist of numeric characters.