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On 08/13/2013 09:51 PM, eschneider92@comcast.net wrote:
> How can I use the '.split()' method (am I right in calling it a method?) without instead of writing each comma between words in the pie list in the following code? Also, is there a way to use .split instead of typing the apostrophes? Thank you.
>
> import random
> pie=['keylime', 'peach', 'apple', 'cherry', 'pecan']
> print(random.choice(pie))
>
> Eric

I think you are referring to this:
     pie = 'keylime peach apple cherry pecan'.split()

While it's easier to type, and does save a few characters, I think the 
original list is clearer to a reader of your program.

Gary Herron