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You want to test that a function returns a positive number. Which assert statement with message is best to use in pytest?

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PyTest - Writing Assertions
You want to test that a function returns a positive number. Which assert statement with message is best to use in pytest?
Aassert result > 0, f"Expected positive number but got {result}"
Bassert result > 0 then "Result must be positive"
Cassert(result > 0): "Result must be positive"
Dassert result > 0 => "Result must be positive"
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Choose correct assert syntax with message

    assert result > 0, f"Expected positive number but got {result}" uses correct syntax with a helpful f-string message showing the actual result.
  2. Step 2: Identify invalid syntax in other options

    Options B, C, and D use invalid keywords or punctuation not allowed in Python asserts.
  3. Final Answer:

    assert result > 0, f"Expected positive number but got {result}" -> Option A
  4. Quick Check:

    Use comma and f-string for dynamic assert messages [OK]
Quick Trick: Use f-strings with comma for clear assert messages [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Using invalid keywords like then or =>
  • Misplacing colons or parentheses
  • Not showing actual value in message

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