Advanced Python · interview question
What is the clearest sign that code around resource cleanup should be refactored?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
A. When the rule is no longer easy to trace, explain, or change without breaking nearby behavior.
Why
A refactor is justified when the code stops communicating its intent. Use context managers to guarantee cleanup around files, locks, and similar resources even when the body fails.
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