PCPP1 Graphical User Interface Programming Practice Question
Which TWO of the following methods are commonly used to update a Tkinter widget's state or appearance dynamically?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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widget.config(state='disabled')
The config() method and specific widget methods like insert() are standard for updates.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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widget.rebind()
Why it's wrong here
There is no rebind() method; you simply call bind() again to override.
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widget.reload()
Why it's wrong here
There is no reload() method in Tkinter widgets.
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widget.refresh()
Why it's wrong here
There is no refresh() method in Tkinter widgets.
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widget.config(state='disabled')
Why this is correct
config() is the primary method to modify widget attributes.
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widget.insert(END, 'text')
Why this is correct
Methods like insert() are used to dynamically update content in widgets like Text or Entry.
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