Amazon Introduction To Coding 5

Question 1

What is the purpose of 'indentation' in many programming languages?

Accepted Answer

To show code structure and, in some languages, define blocks

Answer

Indentation improves readability and, in languages like Python, defines code blocks.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Sends a value back to the caller and exits the function

Answer

A return statement passes a result back and ends the function's execution.

Question 3

Which of these best describes 'pseudocode'?

Accepted Answer

A plain-language outline of a program's logic

Answer

Pseudocode expresses an algorithm in readable terms without strict syntax.

Question 4

What is a 'parameter' in a function?

Accepted Answer

An input value the function receives to work with

Answer

Parameters are named inputs that a function uses when it runs.

Question 5

Which logical operator returns true only if BOTH conditions are true?

Accepted Answer

AND

Answer

The AND operator requires all conditions to be true to return true.

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