While Loops
Definition
While loops are a type of control structure in programming that allows a set of instructions to be repeated as long as a certain condition is true.
Related terms
For Loops: A control structure that repeats a set of instructions for a specific number of times.
Conditional Statements: Statements that allow different sets of instructions to be executed based on whether a certain condition is true or false.
Infinite Loop: A loop that continues indefinitely because its exit condition is never met.
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AP Computer Science Principles - Big Idea 3: Algorithms and Programming
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