Functions: Reusable Code Blocks
Students define and call functions to organize code, promote reusability, and improve readability.
Key Questions
- Explain the benefits of using functions in programming.
- Design a function to perform a specific task, such as calculating an area.
- Evaluate how parameters and return values enable flexible function use.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
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