2.4 - Python Syntax Solutions

Exercise Set 1: Basic Structure and Indentation

Solution 1: Fix the Syntax

def calculate_total(price, tax):  # Added parentheses and colon
    result = price + (price * tax)  # Added indentation
    return result  # Added indentation

print(calculate_total(100, 0.2))  # Added closing parenthesis

Explanation: Fixed issues:

• Added parentheses for function parameters
• Added colon after function definition
• Added proper indentation for function body
• Added closing parenthesis for print function

Solution 2: Indentation Challenge

def check_temperature(temp):
    if temp > 30:
        print("It's hot!")
        if temp > 35:
            print("It's very hot!")
        else:
            print("It's warm")
    else:
        print("It's not hot")

Explanation:

• Each nested block is indented with 4 spaces
• The second if statement is nested inside the first if block
• The else statements align with their corresponding if statements