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What is the first argument of a class method in Python?

easy📝 Conceptual Q2 of 15
Python - Class Methods and Static Methods
What is the first argument of a class method in Python?
Aself
Bthis
Ccls
Dinstance
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Recall the difference between instance and class methods

    Instance methods receive 'self' as the first argument, class methods receive 'cls'.
  2. Step 2: Identify the first argument of a class method

    Class methods receive the class itself as the first argument, conventionally named 'cls'.
  3. Final Answer:

    cls -> Option C
  4. Quick Check:

    Class method first argument = cls [OK]
Quick Trick: Class methods always use cls as first parameter [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Using self instead of cls
  • Confusing instance and class methods
  • Using incorrect parameter names

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