CSP CMU Unit 2 - Student Created Questions

What do you call the inputs of a fuction while defining it?

• Arguments

• Function call

• Parameters

• Label

Answer explanation

In function definitions, the inputs are referred to as 'parameters'. They specify what values the function can accept when called. 'Arguments' are the actual values passed to the function when it is invoked.

Which AP Vocab term is defined as the inputed variables of a procedure?

• Parameters

• Arguments

• Body

• Calling

Answer explanation

The correct term is 'Parameters', which refers to the input variables defined in a procedure. 'Arguments' are the actual values passed to these parameters when the procedure is called.

def drawOval(size, color):

Oval(200,300,size,size,fill=color)

In the code above what is the function name?

• drawOval

• (size,color)

• def

• (200,300,size,size,fill=color)

Answer explanation

The function name in the code is 'drawOval', which is defined by the keyword 'def' followed by the name. The other options do not represent the function name.

How do you run a function named foo with no parameters in python?

• foo()

• foo(a)

• foo(a,b)

• foo

Answer explanation

To run a function named foo with no parameters in Python, you simply call it using foo(). The other options either include parameters or do not invoke the function.

Why should your parameter names be concise and descriptive?

• So that you and others who review your code can understand what it does

• for fun

• because it is the law

• python will give you an error if you do not.

Answer explanation

Concise and descriptive parameter names enhance code readability, making it easier for you and others to understand the code's purpose and functionality. This clarity is essential for effective collaboration and maintenance.

What is a function?

(select all correct answers)

• A function is a named group of programming instructions that may have parameters and return values

• A function is input variables of a procedure

• A function groups together a sequence of statements that we can run when we want

• Functions specify the values of the parameters when a procedure is called

Answer explanation

A function is indeed a named group of programming instructions that can take parameters and return values. It also groups statements to be executed when needed, making these two options correct.

What does a function do?

• A. Explains the information inside the parenthesis when coding a shape.

• B. Groups together a sequence of statements that can run on command

• C. Acts as the pseudocode to make it easier to identify errors in the code

Answer explanation

A function groups together a sequence of statements that can be executed when called, making it easier to organize and reuse code. This is why choice B is correct.

What is a named group of programming instructions that may have input variables and return values?

• a. parameter

• b. argument

• c. function

• d. definition

Answer explanation

A function is a named group of programming instructions that can take input variables (parameters) and return values. It encapsulates code for reuse, making it a fundamental concept in programming.

Which of the following are the input variables when you define a procedure?

• parameters

• arguments

• functions

• test cases

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'parameters' because they are the input variables defined in a procedure. 'Arguments' are the actual values passed to the procedure, while 'functions' and 'test cases' are not input variables.

Where will we find a test case in our code?

• At the top of the program

• on lines that start with hashtags (#)

• any time after the function that we are testing is defined

• Anywhere in our code

Answer explanation

Test cases are typically written after the function they are testing is defined, allowing them to reference the function directly. This ensures that the tests are relevant and can effectively validate the function's behavior.