PCPP1 Graphical User Interface Programming Practice Question
Which TWO of the following statements about the 'grid' geometry manager are correct?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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It allows widgets to span across multiple rows or columns.
Grid allows for row/column spanning and absolute positioning within cells, but it is a row/column based system, not absolute XY.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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It requires absolute pixel positioning.
Why it's wrong here
That describes the place() manager.
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It only supports a single column layout.
Why it's wrong here
It supports arbitrary rows and columns.
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It allows widgets to span across multiple rows or columns.
Why this is correct
rowspan and columnspan allow for spanning.
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It uses row and column indices to position widgets.
Why this is correct
Grid is based on a coordinate system of rows and columns.
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It cannot be mixed with the pack manager in the same parent.
Why it's wrong here
You can use both, but not on the same widget instance.
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