# Use a for loop with range to calculate the sum of numbers from 1 to 5 (inclusive)

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Domain: Python · Difficulty: medium

## Problem

Use a for loop with range to calculate the sum of numbers from 1 to 5 (inclusive). Store the result in a variable called total and print it.

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