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Learn how to properly call functions in Python and fix common errors, including resolving the `TypeError: plot_values() missing 1 required positional argument: 'function'`.
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How to Call a Function in Python: Understanding the TypeError Exception

When you're starting out with Python, one of the common pitfalls can be understanding how to properly call functions. This can sometimes lead you to frustrating error messages, such as TypeError: plot_values() missing 1 required positional argument: 'function'. This error message indicates that your function call is missing a crucial piece of information. In this post, we’ll break down how to solve this problem and help you understand function arguments in Python.

Identifying the Problem

In your code, you have defined a function called plot_values which requires one argument named function. When you attempted to call plot_values() without providing this argument, Python raised an error, informing you that it couldn’t proceed because it was missing the required argument.

Here’s a simplified explanation of the error message you encountered:

TypeError: A general error that occurs when an operation or function is applied to an object of inappropriate type.

Missing required positional argument: This indicates that your function call doesn’t have all the necessary inputs it needs to execute properly.

Understanding Function Arguments

Before diving into the solution, it’s crucial to understand how arguments work in Python functions. An argument is a value that you pass into a function when you call it. In the case of plot_values, you need to pass a function as an argument.

Functions as First-Class Citizens

In Python, functions are treated as first-class citizens, which means you can pass them around just like other data types (like strings or numbers). For example, you can assign a function to a variable or pass it as an argument to another function:

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How to Solve the TypeError

To resolve the error that you're facing, you need to pass a valid function to plot_values. Here’s how you can do it.

Step 1: Choose the Appropriate Function

You have defined several functions in your code, and any one of them could work as an argument for plot_values. Here are the functions you have:

d1f: Computes the d1 parameter for the Black-Scholes-Merton option pricing model.

BSM_call_value: Calculates the value of a European call option.

BSM_put_value: Calculates the value of a European put option.

Step 2: Call plot_values with a Function

Suppose you want to use the d1f function. You would call plot_values like this:

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This tells plot_values what function to use when generating the plots.

Example

Here’s how you could implement the function call within the context of your provided code:

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Conclusion

By understanding how to correctly call functions in Python and the importance of passing the right arguments, you can avoid common errors like the one discussed here. Functions are powerful tools in programming, and knowing how to use them effectively is crucial for any Python programmer. If you follow the steps outlined above, you should be able to successfully run your code without encountering the TypeError. Happy coding!