How do I make python test.py work without a syntax error msg?

[Agida Kerimova]

I am new to programming/python and have been having some difficulties
getting started. I can't seem to run scripts without a syntax error msg.
When I drag the file to the IDLE launcher or run the module it works, but
when I actually type it I get an error msg. I've been told  that the path to
python executable is missing or that i have to specify the path but im not
sure how to do this. I read some articles online but they are not very
clear. A lot of the articles talk about doing this on windows but i have a
mac. Also when I type python at the prompt it starts. Can someone please let
me know what Im doing wrong or give me some advice?

Thanks!
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