I think the lesson would benefit from switching to [f-strings](https://realpython.com/python-f-strings/) for `print` statements. E.g., the line [here](https://swcarpentry.github.io/python-novice-inflammation/01-intro/index.html#built-in-python-functions): ```python3 print('weight in pounds:', 2.2 * weight_kg) ``` would become: ```python3 print(f'weight in pounds: {2.2 * weight_kg}') ``` f-strings are typically more readable and easier to work with than other printing options.