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Python Python Basics (Retired) Things That Count Basic Numbers

Posted by Tonderai Sydney Musonza
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Tonderai Sydney Musonza
Python Development Techdegree Student 4,814 Points

whats the difference between ordering python to print an integer and just typing the integer.

when one can just type a number into python. why then does it have to be like i order python to print a number. for example, when you want to make 2 a decimal, you can just type in 2.0. so whats the purpose of using such functions when you can just type it in. not like i want to create my own "python" but just want to know. everyone does with an extra dollar

2 Answers

Ryan Ruscett
Ryan Ruscett
23,309 Points
Ryan Ruscett
Ryan Ruscett
23,309 Points

I am not sure I understand what you are asking?

Indranil Tiwary
Indranil Tiwary
9,341 Points
Indranil Tiwary
Indranil Tiwary
9,341 Points

We order python to print integer or floats because here we are trying to learn the syntax. In bigger program problems you would frequently require the conversion for different purposes.