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Learn how to efficiently calculate a weighted sum using a list of tuples and a corresponding dictionary in Python.
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Efficiently Calculate Weighted Sums in Python

In the world of programming, it's common to manipulate data structures to achieve desired calculations. One such scenario involves combining the values from a list of tuples with a dictionary's values to perform calculations. Here, we will explore how to multiply the second element of a tuple by its corresponding key value in a dictionary and then sum the results. Let's dive into understanding the problem and solving it step by step.

Understanding the Problem

Given a list of tuples and a corresponding dictionary:

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We want to calculate a total price using the following equation:

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Here, A, B, and C are values fetched from the dictionary dict_brand, corresponding to the keys from the tuples in list_tuple. This means we need to multiply the value in the dictionary by the second element of each tuple and sum up all the products.

Step-by-Step Solution

Now, let’s break down the steps to achieve this in Python.

Step 1: Set Up Your Data Structures

You should already have the following:

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These structures will serve as the basis for our computation.

Step 2: Calculate the Price Using List Comprehension

To calculate the total price, we can use a compact and efficient method called list comprehension combined with the sum() function. Here's how to do it:

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This single line of code effectively multiplies each value from the dictionary (for the key x) with the corresponding weight from the tuple (y) and sums up all these products.

Step 3: Output the Result

Finally, let’s print the result to see our total calculated price:

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In this case, the calculation would proceed as follows:

For key A: 25 * 1 = 25

For key B: 30 * 2 = 60

For key C: 20 * 3 = 60

Adding these together: 25 + 60 + 60 = 145.

Conclusion

This method of multiplying tuple elements by dictionary values illustrates how powerful and concise Python can be when it comes to handling data operations. Utilizing list comprehensions and built-in functions like sum() allows us to perform complex calculations with ease.

By following the steps outlined above, you can effectively tackle similar problems in your programming endeavors and enhance your understanding of Python's capabilities.

Whether you're analyzing data or automating tasks, mastering these techniques will boost your efficiency and effectiveness as a programmer.