How does Python's `try`/`except` block behave?

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It lets a program handle an error gracefully instead of crashing outrightCorrect answer
It permanently disables all error messages
It only works for syntax errors
It automatically fixes any bug in the code

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Correct answer: A. It lets a program handle an error gracefully instead of crashing outright

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try/except allows a program to handle an error gracefully with a fallback, rather than crashing when something unexpected happens.

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It lets a program handle an error gracefully instead of crashing outrightCorrect answer
It permanently disables all error messages
It only works for syntax errors
It automatically fixes any bug in the code

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Correct answer: A. It lets a program handle an error gracefully instead of crashing outright

Explanation

try/except allows a program to handle an error gracefully with a fallback, rather than crashing when something unexpected happens.

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