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Python Python Collections (2016, retired 2019) Slices Slice Functions

Posted by Caleb Newell
Caleb Newell
12,562 Points

slices

Alright, these tasks are a bit harder than the others so far in this course but I know you can do them!

In this first one, create a function named first_4 that returns the first four items from whatever iterable is given to it.

I do not know were to start. Any pointers? :/

1 Answer

Steven Parker
Steven Parker
231,275 Points
Steven Parker
Steven Parker
231,275 Points

This is a basic application of a slice. Remember that the arguments to a slice are start, stop, and step, separated by colons.

Extra hint: another way to say "first four" in terms of index would be "starting at 0, stopping before 4".