Which of the following statements correctly checks if the string 'apple' is in the list fruits = ['apple', 'banana', 'cherry'] using pytest assertions?

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PyTest - Writing Assertions

Which of the following statements correctly checks if the string 'apple' is in the list fruits = ['apple', 'banana', 'cherry'] using pytest assertions?

Aassert fruits in 'apple'

Bassert 'apple' not in fruits

Cassert 'apple' in fruits

Dassert 'apple' == fruits

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the membership check
The in keyword checks if an item exists inside a collection like a list.
Step 2: Apply the correct assertion
To confirm 'apple' is in the list, use assert 'apple' in fruits. This passes if 'apple' is found.
Final Answer:
assert 'apple' in fruits -> Option C
Quick Check:
Use in to check presence [OK]

Quick Trick: Use 'in' to check presence, 'not in' for absence [OK]

Common Mistakes:

MISTAKES

Using 'not in' instead of 'in' when checking presence
Reversing the order like 'fruits in apple'
Using equality instead of membership check

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Which of the following statements correctly checks if the string 'apple' is in the list fruits = ['apple', 'banana', 'cherry'] using pytest assertions?

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Step 2: Apply the correct assertion

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