Data Structures · Lesson 36 of 76
Tuples
A tuple is an ordered collection, like a list — but it cannot be changed after you make it. Use a tuple for a fixed group of values that belong together.
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Because tuples don't change, they're safe to pass around without worrying something will alter them. Trying to change one is an error:
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Run that to see the TypeError — Python protecting the tuple. If you need to change items, use a list instead.
Your turn: make a tuple of your birth (day, month, year) and print the year.
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