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How can you append new data to an existing file without deleting its current content?

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Python - File Handling Fundamentals
How can you append new data to an existing file without deleting its current content?
AOpen the file in 'a' mode and write the new data
BOpen the file in 'w' mode and write the new data
COpen the file in 'r' mode and write the new data
DOpen the file in 'x' mode and write the new data
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand file modes for appending

    'a' mode opens the file for appending, adding data at the end without deleting existing content.
  2. Step 2: Compare with other modes

    'w' overwrites, 'r' is read-only, 'x' creates new file and errors if exists.
  3. Final Answer:

    Open the file in 'a' mode and write the new data -> Option A
  4. Quick Check:

    Append mode = 'a' [OK]
Quick Trick: Use 'a' mode to add data without erasing [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Using 'w' mode and losing old data
  • Trying to write in 'r' mode
  • Using 'x' mode on existing files

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