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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
L4

Interview Prompt

Given a text string and integer k, split on whitespace, count occurrences, and return the k words with the highest counts. Sort by count descending, tie-break alphabetically ascending. If fewer than k distinct words exist, return all of them.

Summary

In every document, some words dominate the conversation.

How This Interview Works

  1. Read the vague prompt (just like a real interview)
  2. Ask clarifying questions to the AI interviewer
  3. Write your python solution with real code execution
  4. Get instant feedback and a hire/no-hire decision

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