Scripting-and-Programming-Foundations Exam Dumps : WGU Scripting and Programming Foundations Exam

A function definition is the blueprint for a block of code designed to perform a specific task. Here's what it includes:

• Function Name: A unique name to identify and call the function (e.g., calculate_area).
• Inputs (Parameters/Arguments): Values or variables passed into the function when it's called (e.g., width, height).
• Outputs (Return Value): The result the function produces after processing (e.g., the calculated area). This value may or may not be explicitly returned.
• Statements (Function Body): Contains the code that performs the actions and calculations within the function.

One of the fundamental characteristics of object-oriented programming (OOP) is the concept of decomposing a program into objects that interact with one another1. This is distinct from procedural and functional programming paradigms, which do not inherently structure programs as a collection of objects. In OOP, objects are instances of classes and contain both data (attributes) and code (methods). These objects encapsulate data and operations and can interact with each other through methods, allowing for concepts such as inheritance, polymorphism, and encapsulation12.

In contrast, procedural programming is characterized by a focus on procedures or routines to perform tasks, and functional programming treats computation as the evaluation of mathematical functions without side effects or state changes2. Neither paradigm organizes code around objects with encapsulated data and methods, which is a defining feature of OOP1.

References: 1: Differences between Procedural and Object Oriented Programming - GeeksforGeeks 2: Functional vs. Procedural vs. OOP | Scout APM

• Start with the input value (in this case, 54).
• Follow the flowchart’s paths and apply the operations as indicated by the symbols and connectors.
• The rectangles represent processes or actions to be taken.
• The diamonds represent decision points where you will need to answer yes or no and follow the corresponding path.
• The parallelograms represent inputs/outputs within the flowchart.
• Use the input value and apply the operations as you move through the flowchart from start to finish.

References:

• Flowchart analysis is based on the understanding of flowchart symbols and their meanings, which can be found in resources such as ASQ’s guide to flowcharts1 and Asana’s explanation of flowchart symbols2.

To determine the correct answer, you would need to apply the input value of 54 to the flowchart and follow the steps until you reach the end, noting the output value. If you encounter any decision points, evaluate the condition with the current value and choose the path accordingly. By the end of the flowchart, you should have the final output value which corresponds to one of the options provided.