Unit 2: Functions

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What is a parameter in a function?

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A parameter is a variable used in a function definition that allows you to pass information into the function.

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What happens when you click on My Canvas multiple times?

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The canvas will switch back and forth between My Canvas mode and Solution mode.

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In the function call Oval(), if you want the width to be 100, which argument would be 100?

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The first argument.

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What is a function call?

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A function call is a statement that executes a function, using its name followed by parentheses.

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True or False: You can learn how to run and test your code by watching a specific video.

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True.

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What is the difference between an argument and a parameter?

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An argument is the actual value passed to the function, while a parameter is the variable in the function definition that receives the argument.

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What is a function definition?

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A function definition is a block of code that specifies what the function does and includes the parameters.

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What does it mean to 'call' a function?

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To 'call' a function means to execute the code within that function.

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What is the purpose of a return statement in a function?

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A return statement is used to send a value back to the part of the program that called the function.

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What is a function's scope?

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A function's scope refers to the visibility of variables defined within the function.