Python random numbers

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Definition

import random then random.randint(a, b) gives a whole number a to b inclusive; use a set or a check to avoid repeats.

Example

n = random.randint(1, 50)

Check this one: Library use is allowed under 'modules and libraries'; random.randint is a standard Python function.

Where you'll use it in the test

Syllabus area: Code patterns.

Question types it can appear in

Python: 2025 Q26 random grid
Code reading: Code or algorithm reading: interpret a fragment and state its output or purpose.

Where it has appeared in the paper

The Software Engineering Project (Part A). Part letters follow each paper’s own layout.

How to use it

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General advice, built from the definition and example above

Code pattern: “import random then random.randint(a, b) gives a whole number a to b inclusive; use a set or a check to avoid repeats.” Then apply it: n = random.randint(1, 50)

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