The Nearest Value Mapper
A medium Python mock interview question on DataDriven. Practice with AI-powered feedback, real code execution, and a hire/no-hire decision.
- Domain
- Python
- Difficulty
- medium
- Seniority
- L5
Interview Prompt
Given keys (list of integers) and values (list of integers), return a dict mapping each key to the value whose numeric distance is smallest. Ties break by smaller value. Return string keys in the output (JSON compatibility in the test harness).
Summary
Close enough counts. Ties go low.
How This Interview Works
- Read the vague prompt (just like a real interview)
- Ask clarifying questions to the AI interviewer
- Write your python solution with real code execution
- Get instant feedback and a hire/no-hire decision