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Python Python Collections (Retired) Slices Sorting Slices

Posted by John Smith
John Smith
2,184 Points

I don't know what to do for the slice syntax challenge

It says to copy the contents from messy_list to a new variable using slice syntax. I have no idea what they mean they simply typing clean_list = messy_list isn't doing it. Any help?

lists.py 
messy_list = [5, 2, 1, 3, 4, 7, 8, 0, 9, -1]

1 Answer

Luke Glazebrook
Luke Glazebrook
13,564 Points
Luke Glazebrook
Luke Glazebrook
13,564 Points

You will need to use the .slice method in Python which takes array index's and 'slices' out the specified area! Take a look at this method online and see if you can get it to work!

Good luck!