Random Number Functions in Python



Random numbers are used for games, simulations, testing, security, and privacy applications. Python includes following functions that are commonly used.

Sr.No Function & Description
1 choice(seq)
A random item from a list, tuple, or string.
2 randrange ([start,] stop [,step])
A randomly selected element from range(start, stop, step)
3 random()
A random float r, such that 0 is less than or equal to r and r is less than 1
4 seed([x])
Sets the integer starting value used in generating random numbers. Call this function before calling any other random module function. Returns None.
5 shuffle(lst)
Randomizes the items of a list in place. Returns None.
6 uniform(x, y)
A random float r, such that x is less than or equal to r and r is less than y
Updated on: 2020-01-28T11:43:01+05:30

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