Python Functions and Docstrings Flashcard

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What is a function in Python?

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A block of reusable code that performs a specific task.

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How do you define a function in Python?

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def function_name(parameters):
# function body
return value

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What is the purpose of function parameters?

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To pass values into a function for it to perform operations on.

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How do you specify default values for function parameters?

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Assign a value to the parameter in the function declaration.

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What does the 'return' statement do in a function?

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It specifies the value that the function should return.

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What is the purpose of function arguments?

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To pass values to a function when it is called.

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How do you pass arguments to a function?

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By including them inside the parentheses when defining the function or when calling the function.

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What is a docstring in Python?

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A string literal used to document a specific function, method, class, or module.

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How do you write a docstring for a function?

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Write a string as the first line of the function definition

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What is the purpose of function documentation?

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To provide information about the purpose, usage, and behavior of a function.