Iterative Statements

Definition

Iterative statements, also known as loops, are programming constructs that allow a set of instructions to be repeated multiple times based on a specified condition. They help automate repetitive tasks and make programs more efficient.

Analogy

Think of iterative statements like a conveyor belt in a factory. The conveyor belt keeps moving items from one end to the other until a certain condition is met. Similarly, iterative statements keep executing a block of code until the specified condition becomes false.

Related terms

Loop: A loop is a type of iterative statement that repeats a block of code until a specific condition is met.

REPEAT n TIMES loop: This is an example of an iterative statement where the block of code inside it gets executed exactly n number of times.

Conditional Statement: A conditional statement allows different blocks of code to be executed based on whether a certain condition is true or false.