The meaning of the keyword parameter is determined by:

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• Aits value
• Bits connection with existing variables
• Cits position within the argument list
• Dthe argument's name specified along with its value

• A
  9% (3)
• B
  3% (1)
• C
  12% (4)
• D
  76% (26)

Explanation

In Python (and similar languages), a keyword argument passes a value by explicitly naming the parameter it corresponds to - e.g., func(name="Alice") - so the function knows which parameter receives the value based on that name, making D correct.

• A is wrong because the value itself (e.g., "Alice") carries no inherent meaning about which parameter it maps to.
• B is wrong because keyword arguments don't work by detecting existing variable names in scope; you can pass a literal string or number and it still works.
• C is wrong because that describes positional arguments, where order determines which parameter gets which value - keyword arguments exist precisely to override positional dependency.

Memory tip: Think of keyword arguments like addressing a letter: you write the recipient's name (name=) on the envelope, so it arrives at the right destination regardless of where you place it in the pile.

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