Swap when first is greater
Input
5, 3
Output
(3, 5)
Since 5 > 3, the returned tuple swaps the values.
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Swap Values If First Greater
Return the pair (a, b), swapping them if the first is greater than the second.
Python practice10 minControl Flow (If–Else Logic)BeginnerLast updated March 15, 2026
Problem statement
Write a function swap_if_greater(a, b) that returns a tuple (x, y) where x and y are the input values in non-decreasing order. If a is greater than b, return (b, a); otherwise return (a, b).
Task
Use conditional logic to reorder two values when needed and return them as a tuple.
Examples
Input format
Two numeric arguments a and b (ints or floats).
Output format
Return a tuple (x, y) where x <= y.
Constraints
Do not print; just return the tuple. Maintain exact numeric values and types.
Samples
Sample 1
Input
2, 3
Output
(2, 3)
2 <= 3 so no swap.