Python Coding Challenge - Question with Answer (ID -280426)

 

Explanation:

1. Creating a Dictionary

d = {"a": 1}

Here, a dictionary named d is created.

A dictionary in Python stores data in key–value pairs.

In this case:

Key: "a"

Value: 1

So the dictionary looks like:

{"a": 1}

2. Using the .get() Method

print(d.get("b", 2))

➤ What .get() does:

The .get() method is used to retrieve the value of a key from a dictionary.

Syntax:

dictionary.get(key, default_value)

➤ In this example:

"b" is the key we are trying to access.

2 is the default value.

3. Key Lookup Behavior

The dictionary d does NOT contain the key "b".

Instead of throwing an error, .get():

Returns the default value, which is 2.

4. Output

2

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