Python Random choice() Method
Example
Return a random element from a list:
import random
mylist = ["apple", "banana", "cherry"]
print(random.choice(mylist))
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Definition and Usage
The choice() method returns a randomly selected element from the specified
sequence.
The sequence can be a string, a range, a list, a tuple or any other kind of sequence.
Syntax
random.choice(sequence)
Parameter Values
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| sequence | Required. A sequence like a list, a tuple, a range of numbers etc. |
More Examples
Example
Return a random character from a string:
import random
x = "WELCOME"
print(random.choice(x))
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