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What happens when you decorate a method with @property in Python?

hard📝 Conceptual Q10 of 15
Python - Encapsulation and Data Protection

What happens when you decorate a method with @property in Python?

AThe method can be accessed like an attribute without parentheses
BThe method becomes a static method
CThe method can only be called inside the class
DThe method automatically becomes a class method
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand @property decorator

    It converts a method into a getter for a managed attribute, allowing access without parentheses.
  2. Step 2: Check other options

    It does not make the method static (B), restrict access (C), or convert it to a class method (D).
  3. Final Answer:

    The method can be accessed like an attribute without parentheses -> Option A
  4. Quick Check:

    @property enables attribute-style access [OK]
Quick Trick: @property allows method to be accessed like attribute [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Confusing @property with @staticmethod
  • Expecting to call property methods with parentheses
  • Assuming property restricts method access

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