DS0-001 Data Querying And Analysis Practice Question
When using Python's 'Matplotlib' library, which function is used to add a new figure to the canvas?
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Why each option matters
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plt.figure()
The plt.figure() function initializes a new figure, allowing multiple plots to be managed.
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plt.axis()
Why it's wrong here
This sets axis properties.
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plt.plot()
Why it's wrong here
This adds a line to the current axis.
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plt.figure()
Why this is correct
This creates a new figure container.
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plt.show()
Why it's wrong here
This displays the plot.
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