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Positive and Even

python_basics · control_flow 5 minute study target

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Challenge

Implement positive_and_even(a) for an integer a. Return the exact string "satisfactory" if a is strictly positive and even. Otherwise return "unsatisfactory". Zero is not positive.

Target complexity: O(1)

Return values are checked by type. Use the exact function name. Print output is not your answer. Tests have time and memory limits.

Public examples

Example 1

Arguments

[3]

Expected return

unsatisfactory
Example 2

Arguments

[4]

Expected return

satisfactory
Hint

Match the return value and type to the contract.

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positive_and_even.pyPython 3.12

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Hidden tests reveal only their pass/fail status, never their inputs or expected outputs. Runtime is observed wall time—not an inferred complexity class.

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