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Class 12 Python Functions Notes

The document provides an overview of functions in Python, including definitions, syntax, and examples for various types such as built-in, user-defined, and those using parameters and arguments. It explains concepts like positional arguments, default arguments, and the use of *args and **kwargs. Additionally, it covers local and global variables, as well as the return statement and functions without return values.

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Class 12 Python Functions Notes

The document provides an overview of functions in Python, including definitions, syntax, and examples for various types such as built-in, user-defined, and those using parameters and arguments. It explains concepts like positional arguments, default arguments, and the use of *args and **kwargs. Additionally, it covers local and global variables, as well as the return statement and functions without return values.

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Introduction to Functions

Definition: A function is a reusable block of code that performs a specific task.


Syntax:
def function_name():
pass
Example Question: Define a function that prints 'Hello World'.

Need and Advantages


Definition: Functions reduce code duplication, improve readability, debugging and maintenance.
Syntax:
-
Example Question: Write two advantages of functions.

Built-in Functions
Definition: Predefined functions provided by Python.
Syntax:
print(x)
len(s)
Example Question: Use len() to find length of 'Python'.

User-defined Functions
Definition: Functions created by the programmer.
Syntax:
def greet():
print('Hi')
Example Question: Create a function to display your name.

Defining a Function (def)


Definition: Use def keyword to define a function.
Syntax:
def add(a,b):
return a+b
Example Question: Define a function to add two numbers.

Calling a Function
Definition: Execute a function using its name.
Syntax:
add(2,3)
Example Question: Call a function twice.

Parameters and Arguments


Definition: Parameters are variables in definition; arguments are values passed.
Syntax:
def f(x): ...; f(5)
Example Question: Differentiate parameter and argument.

Positional Arguments
Definition: Matched by order.
Syntax:
add(2,3)
Example Question: Write a function using positional arguments.

Default Arguments
Definition: Parameters with default values.
Syntax:
def show(c='India'):
Example Question: Create a function with a default argument.

Keyword Arguments
Definition: Arguments passed by parameter name.
Syntax:
show(name='Ram')
Example Question: Call a function using keyword arguments.

*args
Definition: Accepts any number of positional arguments.
Syntax:
def f(*args):
Example Question: Write a function using *args.

**kwargs
Definition: Accepts any number of keyword arguments.
Syntax:
def f(**kwargs):
Example Question: Write a function using **kwargs.

Return Statement
Definition: Returns a value to the caller.
Syntax:
return value
Example Question: Write a function that returns the square of a number.

Functions without return


Definition: Perform work but return None implicitly.
Syntax:
def hello(): print('Hi')
Example Question: Write a function without return.

Local Variables
Definition: Declared inside a function; accessible only there.
Syntax:
def f(): x=10
Example Question: What is a local variable?

Global Variables
Definition: Declared outside functions; accessible globally.
Syntax:
x=10
Example Question: Explain the global keyword with an example.

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