"A spectacular waste of CPU cycles. This developer has successfully invented a new way to do absolutely nothing, with extra steps."

lang: Python·6 lines

//your_submission

ConfusedMath.py

def do_math(a, b):
    # This does math
    c = a + b
    c = c - b
    c = c + b
    return c

//detailed_analysis

Adding and subtracting the same number consecutively? Did a preschooler write this or are you trying to keep the CPU warm?

'This does math' - no kidding, Sherlock. Next time, try writing code that explains itself instead of relying on captain obvious comments.

Constantly redefining 'c' instead of just doing the math in one step. It's like unpacking and packing a suitcase every time you need fresh socks.

//suggested_fix

ConfusedMath_fixed.py

+def do_math(a, b):

+ return a + b