Python Lists

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Objective

I can create and modify a list in Python by adding, removing, and changing elements.

Part 1 of 3

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

12 questions

1

Describe how to create a list in Python using both the list constructor and brackets. Provide an example of each method.

2

What is the purpose of the append method in Python lists? Write a short code snippet that demonstrates how to use it.

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Create a list called `colors` that contains the strings "red", "green", and "blue". Then, add the string "yellow" to the end of the list and remove the string "green". Write the code snippet that accomplishes this and display the final list. Create a list called `scores` that contains the integers 85, 90, and 78. Then, change the second element of the list to 95 and append the integer 88 to the end of the list. Write the code snippet that accomplishes this and display the final list.

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