Use Code to Support Automation AT0-001 Practice Questions (Page 1)

Questions 1–5

1. 1application · easy

   A Python script needs to store the number of retries for a database connection. The value should be configurable and used in multiple functions. What is the most appropriate way to declare and use this value?

   • AUse a command-line argument to pass the value to each function.
   • BDefine a global constant at the top of the script, such as MAX_RETRIES = 3, and reference it in each function.
   • CHardcode the value 3 in each function where it is used.
   • DDefine a local variable inside each function that needs it.
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2. 2foundation · easy

   In Python, which keyword is used to define a function?

   • Afunc
   • Bfunction
   • Cdefine
   • Ddef
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4. 3expert · medium

   A Python script has a function that sends a notification email. The function is called from multiple places, and each call passes the same sender address. The sender address is hardcoded in each call. The company is changing its sender address. What is the most maintainable way to update the script?

   • AUse a global variable for the sender address and reference it in each call.
   • BCreate a configuration file and read the sender address from it in each call.
   • CUse a search-and-replace to change the sender address in all calls.
   • DAdd a default parameter to the function, such as def send_email(recipient, sender='noreply@company.com'):, and remove the sender argument from all calls.
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5. 4foundation · easy

   Why is it important to maintain and update automation scripts over time?

   • ATo make the scripts longer and more complex
   • BTo reduce the need for documentation
   • CTo accommodate changes in the IT environment and improve efficiency
   • DTo ensure the scripts are never changed
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6. 5foundation · easy

   What is the primary purpose of testing an automation script before deploying it to production?

   • ATo reduce the number of variables in the script
   • BTo make the script run faster
   • CTo ensure the script performs as expected and does not cause unintended issues
   • DTo eliminate the need for documentation
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