Arguments
Definition
In programming, arguments refer to values or variables passed into a function or method when calling it. They provide necessary data for the function to perform its task.
Analogy
Think of arguments as ingredients you give to someone who is cooking for you. The person needs those ingredients (arguments) to prepare your meal (perform their task).
Related terms
Parameters: Variables defined in a function's declaration that represent placeholders for incoming arguments.
Return Value: The result or output produced by a function after executing its code.
Default Arguments: Values assigned to parameters if no corresponding argument is provided during function call.
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