PCEP Computer Programming and Python Fundamentals Practice Question
Which of the following is a correct way to comment multiple lines in Python?
⚠ Common exam trap
The PCEP exam often tests the distinction between Python's actual comment syntax (#) and the use of triple-quoted strings as a de facto multi-line comment, leading candidates to incorrectly choose /* */ or // from other languages.
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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""" comment """
Triple-quoted strings (''' or """) in Python can be used as multi-line comments when they are not assigned to a variable, as they are ignored by the interpreter as expressions. This is a common practice for documenting code or temporarily disabling multiple lines.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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// comment
Why it's wrong here
This is C++/Java style, not valid in Python.
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/* comment */
Why it's wrong here
This is C-style comment syntax, not valid in Python.
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""" comment """
Why this is correct
Triple quotes create a multi-line string that can serve as a comment.
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# comment (each line)
Why it's wrong here
This works but requires a # on every line, not a single multi-line comment construct.
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