What is the difference between a list and a tuple in Python?

Python is one of the most commonly asked Python basics interview questions.

A **list** is mutable (you can change its elements), while a **tuple** is immutable (cannot be changed after creation).

```python
my_list = [1, 2, 3] # Can be modified
my_tuple = (1, 2, 3) # Cannot be modified
```

Use tuples when data should not change (e.g., coordinates, RGB values). Lists are better when you need to add/remove items.