What are the primary steps to effectively debug a Python program using its traceback output?

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What are the primary steps to effectively debug a Python program using its traceback output?
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To effectively debug using a traceback: 1. Identify the 'Most Recent Call' (the last frame before the error message) to find the exact line and file where the error originated. 2. Understand the 'Exception Type' and 'Error Message' to know what kind of problem occurred. 3. Trace backwards through the call stack (moving upwards from the most recent call) to understand the sequence of function calls that led to the error, providing crucial context. 4. Inspect relevant variables and program state at the identified problematic line and in preceding calls to pinpoint the root cause.