In programming, what best distinguishes a parameter from an argument?

In programming, what best distinguishes a parameter from an argument?

• A. A parameter is the actual value passed when the function is called; an argument is the variable in the function definition.
• B. A parameter is the variable in the function definition; an argument is the actual value passed when the function is called.
• C. They are the same thing.
• D. The parameter is the function name; an argument is the return value.

Answer: (B)