Boolean Values
Definition
Boolean values are data types that can only have two possible values: true or false. They are used to represent logical states or conditions in programming.
Analogy
Think of boolean values like light switches. A switch can be either on (true) or off (false), but not both at the same time. Similarly, boolean values can only be true or false, providing a simple way to express logical conditions in programming.
Related terms
Conditional Statements: Conditional statements allow programmers to make decisions based on certain conditions using boolean values. For example, if a condition is true, execute one set of instructions; otherwise, execute another set of instructions.
Logical Operators: Logical operators are symbols used to combine boolean values and perform logical operations such as AND (&&), OR (||), and NOT (!). They help evaluate multiple conditions together.
Boolean Algebra: Boolean algebra is a branch of mathematics that deals with variables having only two possible values (true/false) and operations performed on these variables. It forms the foundation for working with boolean values in programming logic.
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