Scope of Variables (Local vs. Global)
Students will understand the concept of variable scope within functions and the main program.
Key Questions
- Explain the difference between local and global variables in a Python program.
- Predict the output of a program that uses both local and global variables with the same name.
- Analyze the potential pitfalls of overusing global variables in modular programming.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
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