H13-311_V3.5 · Question #364
What are the characteristics of Python code? (Multiple Choice)
The correct answer is A. leg1bil1ty B. Simpl1c1ty D. Scalab1hty. Python is well-known for its legibility (A), simplicity (B), and scalability (D) - these are core design principles baked into the language's philosophy (the "Zen of Python"). Its syntax reads almost like plain English, requires minimal boilerplate, and supports projects…
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What are the characteristics of Python code? (Multiple Choice)
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- Aleg1bil1ty
- BSimpl1c1ty
- CRapidity
- DScalab1hty
How the community answered
(28 responses)- A79% (22)
- C21% (6)
Explanation
Python is well-known for its legibility (A), simplicity (B), and scalability (D) - these are core design principles baked into the language's philosophy (the "Zen of Python"). Its syntax reads almost like plain English, requires minimal boilerplate, and supports projects ranging from small scripts to large enterprise systems.
Why C (Rapidity) is wrong: Python is an interpreted language, which makes it significantly slower than compiled languages like C++ or Java. While you can develop quickly in Python, raw execution speed is not one of its defining characteristics - it's actually a common criticism.
Memory tip: Think "Python is L.S.S. minus speed" - Legible, Simple, Scalable. Or remember: Python trades speed of execution for speed of development. If a choice sounds like a performance claim (fast, rapid, quick), it's likely the trap - Python optimizes for developer experience, not raw runtime speed.
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