Functions in Computing: Interactive Learning Quizzes for Year 10

Question 1

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using functions in programming?

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Making code more complex

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Reusing code in multiple places

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Organizing code for better readability

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Reducing time spent debugging

Question 2

In Python, which of the following is NOT an essential component when defining a function?

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Semicolon (;)

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Keyword 'def'

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Function name

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Parameter list

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of passing arguments to a function?

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To provide data for the function to process

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To define the function's return type

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To modify the original data passed to the function

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To store data persistently between function calls

Question 4

In the context of Python, what is the term for passing a function as an argument to another function?

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Higher-order function

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Function embedding

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Function composition

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Function chaining

Question 5

Which of the following Python built-in functions is used to determine the smallest value in a list?

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min()

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max()

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sum()

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len()

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of a docstring in a Python function?

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To provide descriptive information and documentation about the function

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To determine the function's return value

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To specify the function's formal parameters

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To store temporary data

Question 7

In Python, which syntax defines a function?

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def function_name():

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function function_name():

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def function_name = ()

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function_name() =

Question 8

What's the purpose of providing arguments to a function?

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To supply data for processing within the function

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To store data permanently within the function

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To determine the function's behavior

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To return data from the function

Question 9

What distinguishes a function from a procedure?

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Functions return values, while procedures don't.

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Procedures return values, while functions don't.

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Functions and procedures are equivalent concepts.

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Procedures can call functions, but not vice versa.

Question 10

Within what scope are a function's variables accessible?

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Only within the function itself

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Throughout the entire program

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Within the function and any functions called from within it

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Within the function and any global variables

Question 11

What is the difference between a formal parameter and an actual parameter?

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Formal parameters are declared in the function definition, while actual parameters are provided when the function is called.

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Actual parameters are declared in the function definition, while formal parameters are provided when the function is called.

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Formal and actual parameters are the same.

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Formal parameters are variable names, while actual parameters are values stored in those variables.

Question 12

In Python, how do you call a function?

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function_name()

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function_name

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function_name.call

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call function_name

Question 13

What is the purpose of a docstring in a function?

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To document the function's functionality

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To store the function's source code

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To define the function's return type

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To pass arguments to the function

Question 14

In a function, what is the main purpose of the `return` statement? How does it facilitate the flow of information within a program?

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Ends the function and returns a value to the calling code.

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Passes arguments to the function when called.

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Defines the input parameters expected by the function.

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Temporarily stores a value within the function for later use.

Question 15

What is the main reason for passing arguments to a function?

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To provide data to the function

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To determine the number of times the function will be called

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To control the flow of execution within the function

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To define the return value of the function

Question 16

What is the scope of a variable declared inside a function?

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Local to the function only

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Global to the entire program

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Dependent on the function's parameters

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Accessible from any other function

Question 17

How do you correctly call a function in Python?

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function_name()

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function_name

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function_name.call()

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function_name.invoke()

Question 18

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

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To end the function's execution and optionally return a value

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To pass arguments to the function

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To define the parameters of the function

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To control the flow of execution within the function

Question 19

Which of the following is not a benefit of using functions in a programming language?

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Reduced program size

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Code reuse

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Improved readability

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Reduced testing time

Question 20

What is the purpose of the Python function definition:
def greet(name):
  print("Hello, " + name + "!")?

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To display a greeting message

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To create a variable named 'name'

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To store the user's name

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To find the length of the 'name' string

Question 21

What is the output of the following Python code snippet:
def square(number):
  return number * number
result = square(5)?

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25

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5

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10

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Error

Question 22

In Java, can a function return multiple values?

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Yes, by returning an array or collection

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Yes, by returning multiple variables

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No, a function can only return one value

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It depends on the Java version

Question 23

What is the purpose of the following Python function:
def is_even(number):
  return number % 2 == 0?

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To determine if a number is even

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To calculate the remainder when dividing a number by 2

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To return the absolute value of a number

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To convert a number to a string

Question 24

What is the primary purpose of passing arguments to a function?

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To supply data for processing within the function

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To define the behavior of the function

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To store the results of the function

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To create new variables inside the function

Question 25

In JavaScript, how do you correctly return a value from a function?

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return value;

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print value;

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echo value;

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output value;

Question 26

What is the main distinction between a function and a procedure?

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Functions always return a value, while procedures do not.

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Procedures always return a value, while functions do not.

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Functions can be called multiple times, while procedures cannot.

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Procedures can be called multiple times, while functions cannot.

Question 27

What is the term for the value returned to the calling code by a function?

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Return value

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Argument value

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Parameter value

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Output value

Question 28

Which characteristic is undesirable in well-designed functions?

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Excessive code nesting

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Single responsibility

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Clear and concise code

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Appropriate use of parameters

Question 29

What is the purpose of using local variables within functions?

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To store data relevant only to the function's operation

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To exchange data between functions

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To define the function's parameters

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To return data from the function

Question 30

Which type of function takes another function as an argument?

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Higher-order function

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Function that returns a function

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Recursive function

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Function with no arguments

Question 31

What is the crucial difference between a function declaration and a function expression?

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A declaration hoists the function to the top of its scope, while an expression does not.

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An expression can take parameters, while a declaration cannot.

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A declaration defines named functions, while an expression defines anonymous functions.

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There is no difference between a function declaration and a function expression.

Question 32

In Python, how do you correctly define a function?

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def function_name():

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function function_name:

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public function function_name():

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function_name = def():

Question 33

What is the primary reason for passing arguments to a function?

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To provide additional information to the function.

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To return a value from the function.

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To define the function's behavior.

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To execute the function.

Question 34

Write a Python function that calculates the sum of two numbers.

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def sum(a, b): return a + b

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def sum(a, b) return a + b

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function sum(a, b) return a + b

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sum = def(a, b): return a + b

Question 35

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

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To exit the function and return a value.

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To define the function's behavior.

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To pass arguments to the function.

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To call another function.

Question 36

Which of the following is the correct syntax to define a function in Python?

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def function_name():

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set function_name() = :

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declare function_name();

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start function function_name:

Question 37

What is the primary purpose of passing arguments to a function?

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To provide data to the function for processing.

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To store the results of the function.

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To control the flow of the program.

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To call the function from another function.

Question 38

In Java, which of the following is the correct syntax for returning a value from a function?

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return value;

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print value;

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output value;

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display value;

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a well-written function?

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It performs multiple unrelated tasks.

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It is easy to read and understand.

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It has a clear and specific purpose.

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It returns a single value.

Question 40

What is the fundamental difference between a function and a procedure?

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A function returns a value, while a procedure does not.

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A function can be called from multiple locations in a program, while a procedure cannot.

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A function is defined using the word 'def', while a procedure is defined using the word 'proc'.

Question 41

Which of the following best describes a recursive function?

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A function that calls itself.

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A function that passes arguments to itself.

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A function that returns a value to itself.

Question 42

What is the purpose of passing arguments to a function?

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To provide specific values to the function to operate on.

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To create a new function within the existing function.

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To store data permanently in the function.

Question 43

Which of the following Python statements correctly returns the value 5 from the 'square' function?

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return 5

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return 5.0

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print(5)

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5

Question 44

What is the difference between a parameter and an argument in a Python function?

Accepted Answer

Parameters are defined in the function definition, while arguments are the actual values passed to the function when it is called.

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Arguments are defined in the function definition, while parameters are passed to the function when it is called.

Question 45

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using functions in programming?

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Increased code duplication

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Enhanced modularity

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Simplified debugging

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Improved code reusability

Question 46

Which of the following is a valid way to define a default value for a function parameter in Python?

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def greet(name='Guest'):

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def greet(name as 'Guest'):

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def greet(name -> 'Guest'):

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def greet name='Guest':

Question 47

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

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To terminate the execution of the function and optionally return a value.

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To create a new instance of the function.

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To pause the execution of the function and wait for user input.

Question 48

Which of the following is a best practice for naming functions in Python?

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Use descriptive and concise names that clearly indicate the function's purpose.

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Use abbreviations and acronyms.

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Use short and vague names.