Starting Out with Python (3rd Edition)
Starting Out with Python (3rd Edition)
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780133582734
Author: Tony Gaddis
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 5, Problem 1MC
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A function is a group of statements that are present in a program in order to perform specific tasks.

Hence, the correct answer is option “C”.

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Function:

  • A function is a group of statements that are present in a program in order to perform specific tasks.
  • A function is used to reduce complexity of a program. Instead of writing a large complex program, it can be divided into small chunks, each one performing a particular part of the task.
  • The approach of dividing a program into smaller chunks is called as “divide and conquer” because a large program is divided into smaller tasks that can be easily performed.
  • A function is also called as module.
  • A single program contains more than one function.

Syntax:

In Python, a function is written as follows:

#Function name

def function_Name(parameters):

         #statements

Explanation for incorrect options:

A block is a piece of program which is executed as a unit in a function.

Hence, option “A” is wrong.

A parameter is a part of the program where the information is sent from one function to other function.

Hence, option “B” is wrong.

An expression contains operators, operands, and values in a combined form and they are evaluated.

Hence, option “D” is wrong.

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