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Parameters should have names that usefully describe what they are used for in the function.
 
We've used the words <b>parameters</b> and <b>arguments</b> seemingly interchangeably to reference the input to functions. The distinction isn't really important right now, but if you're curious: in function signatures the input is called parameters, and when you are calling the function the input is called arguments.
 
<b>Step 2: do useful work inside the function</b>
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