PCPP1 Graphical User Interface Programming Practice Question
When using the place() geometry manager, what is the purpose of 'relx' and 'rely'?
Answer choices
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Correct answer & explanation
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Relative position as a float from 0 to 1.
They represent the position of the widget as a fraction of the parent container's width and height (0.0 to 1.0).
Answer analysis
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Relative position as a float from 0 to 1.
Why this is correct
They define position relative to the container size.
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Relative font size.
Why it's wrong here
They do not control fonts.
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Relative pixel coordinates.
Why it's wrong here
They are ratios, not pixels.
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Relative Z-index for layering.
Why it's wrong here
They do not control layering.
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