Why does this beginner Python string return 0?

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I'm a beginner with Python and am really confused as to why this piece of code returns '0' - I'd be grateful for any input on why this may not be working.

myString = [["1","a"], 0, [""]
        
In: myString[int(myString[0][0])]
Out: 0

Try evaluating parts of the expression until you find a specific one you don't understand. — interjay
– interjay, Commented Oct 10, 2021 at 11:45

Mahdi F. · Accepted Answer · 2021-10-10 11:45:33Z

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You can trace your code like below:

>>> myString[0]
["1","a"]

>>> myString[0][0]
"1"

>>> int(myString[0][0])
1

>>> myString[1]
0

answered Oct 10, 2021 at 11:45

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Shirley Ow · Accepted Answer · 2021-10-10 13:32:07Z

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the reason why is because myString[0][0] gives '1' and int('1') gives 1. myString[1] gives the element at position index 1, which is 0.

edited Oct 10, 2021 at 13:32

answered Oct 10, 2021 at 11:46

Shirley Ow

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