PCAP Object-Oriented Programming

Question 1

Which keyword is used to define a class in Python?

Accepted Answer

class

Answer

The `class` keyword is used to define a class in Python.

Question 2

What is the purpose of the `__init__` method in a Python class?

Accepted Answer

To initialize a new instance

Answer

`__init__` is the constructor method called automatically when a new object is created.

Question 3

How do you create an instance of a class named `Car`?

Accepted Answer

Car()

Answer

You instantiate a class by calling it like a function: `Car()`.

Question 4

What does the `self` parameter represent in a Python class method?

Accepted Answer

The current instance

Answer

`self` refers to the current object instance on which the method is being called.

Question 5

Which method is called when an object is deleted or garbage collected?

Accepted Answer

__del__

Answer

`__del__` is the destructor method called when an object is about to be destroyed.

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