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Python Institute PCPP-32-101 Exam - Topic 7 Question 9 Discussion

Actual exam question for Python Institute's PCPP-32-101 exam
Question #: 9
Topic #: 7
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What is a static method?

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Ashlyn
3 months ago
Yeah, @method trait is not a thing for static methods!
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Glynda
4 months ago
I thought static methods could only be used with instantiated objects?
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Alayna
4 months ago
Wait, are you sure it doesn't need any parameters?
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Erasmo
4 months ago
Totally agree, it's not tied to instance variables!
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Jacqueline
4 months ago
A static method works on the class itself.
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Samira
4 months ago
I feel confused about the options. I thought static methods could still take parameters, so I'm not sure about C.
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Val
5 months ago
I practiced a question similar to this, and I believe static methods are associated with the class rather than its objects. So, A seems right to me.
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Michell
5 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about static methods not needing an instance of the class. Maybe that's related to option C?
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Florencia
5 months ago
I think a static method is one that works on the class itself, so I might go with option A.
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Jutta
5 months ago
Based on the information provided, I believe the correct answer is C. The consultant can only record the work package service W, as that is the service they were specifically staffed to.
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Elenore
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about the differences between suppression lists and publication lists. I'll need to review those concepts again before deciding on the best approach.
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Earleen
5 months ago
Okay, let's think this through step-by-step. Neely is proposing a residual dividend plan, which would increase the volatility of dividends but also give the firm more access to internal funds for investment. The question is asking if his comments about this plan are correct. I'll need to carefully consider the pros and cons of this approach.
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Marya
5 months ago
Configuring and adding seem like safe bets, since they don't directly affect the running of the main system. I'll go with those.
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Emeline
9 months ago
Static methods? More like 'stay-tic' methods, am I right? *crickets* Anyway, I'm voting for A.
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Buck
8 months ago
Definitely, A) is the correct option.
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Flo
8 months ago
Yeah, I agree. Static methods are like that.
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Winifred
9 months ago
I think it's A) A method that works on the class itself.
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Caren
9 months ago
A method that works on class objects? That doesn't sound quite right. I'm leaning towards option A, but I wish this question had a bit more clarity.
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Izetta
9 months ago
The @method trait? What is this, a magic trick? I'm going to have to go with option A, it seems the most straightforward.
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Melvin
10 months ago
Hmm, I thought static methods didn't require any parameters. I'm not sure if option C is the right choice or not.
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Lachelle
8 months ago
C) A method that requires no parameters referring to the class itself
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Alesia
8 months ago
Static methods can work on the class itself or on class objects that are instantiated.
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Arminda
9 months ago
Hmm, maybe static methods can work on the class itself or on class objects that are instantiated.
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Jesusa
9 months ago
D) A method that works on class objects that are instantiated
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Sophia
9 months ago
D) A method that works on class objects that are instantiated
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Vicky
9 months ago
A) A method that works on the class itself
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Shawna
9 months ago
A) A method that works on the class itself
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Dan
10 months ago
I think the answer is A because static methods are called on the class itself, not on instances of the class.
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Ludivina
11 months ago
D) A method that works on class objects that are instantiated
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Carmelina
11 months ago
A) A method that works on the class itself
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Serina
11 months ago
I think it's A) because static methods are called on the class itself, not on instances of the class.
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Dyan
11 months ago
I'm pretty sure a static method is one that works on the class itself, not the object instances. Option A looks like the correct answer to me.
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Latrice
10 months ago
Yes, option A seems to be the correct answer.
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Sharen
10 months ago
I think you're right, a static method does work on the class itself.
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Antione
11 months ago
D) A method that works on class objects that are instantiated
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Lindsay
11 months ago
A) A method that works on the class itself
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