Python Sets Exercises


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Which of the following statements about Python sets is correct?

Understanding Python Sets

Sets are a built-in Python data type that represents an **unordered collection of unique elements**.

  • Option 1 – Incorrect: Sets cannot contain duplicates; any repeated elements are automatically removed.
  • Option 2 – Incorrect: Sets are unordered; the insertion order is not preserved.
  • Option 3 – Incorrect: Sets do not support indexing or slicing like lists.
  • Option 4 – Correct: Sets automatically remove duplicates and do not maintain element order.

Example:

my_set = {1, 2, 2, 3}
print(my_set)  # Output: {1, 2, 3} (duplicates removed, order not guaranteed)

Key takeaways:

  • Sets store only unique elements.
  • They are unordered, so indexing and slicing are not possible.
  • Useful for membership checks, removing duplicates, and set operations.


About This Exercise: Python – Sets

Sets are one of the most powerful Python data structures, and at Solviyo, we believe mastering them is essential for anyone looking to improve their Python programming skills. That’s why we’ve created practical Python exercises and interactive Python MCQs that make learning sets easy, engaging, and hands-on. Sets allow us to store unique items, perform fast membership tests, and execute important set operations like union, intersection, and difference efficiently.

We begin with the basics. In our Python sets exercises, you’ll learn how to create sets, add or remove elements, and understand the uniqueness property that separates sets from lists and tuples. Our Python MCQs are designed to reinforce your understanding, so you can test yourself as you learn. This combination of exercises and MCQs ensures a deeper grasp of Python sets than theory alone.

Next, we focus on set operations. You’ll practice union, intersection, difference, and symmetric difference, which are essential for solving real-world problems such as merging datasets, removing duplicates, and comparing collections. These exercises simulate real-world Python programming tasks, making them perfect for learners preparing for coding interviews, academic projects, or professional development.

We also cover common mistakes and best practices in using sets, including why you can’t index sets like lists and how to work efficiently with mutable and immutable elements. By combining hands-on exercises with targeted MCQs, we ensure that learners not only memorize Python syntax but also understand when and why to use sets in real applications.

At Solviyo, we designed these exercises and MCQs to strengthen both your conceptual knowledge and practical Python programming skills. By the end of this section, you’ll confidently manipulate Python sets, perform complex operations, and apply them in real-world scenarios. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or professional looking to improve your Python coding skills, practicing sets with Solviyo is an excellent way to build a strong foundation in Python data structures.

Start practicing Python sets today with Solviyo’s interactive exercises and MCQs, and take your Python programming skills to the next level while mastering one of the most essential Python data structures for real-world coding challenges.