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What are conditionals in computer science used for?
What are conditionals in computer science used for?
- Performing different computations based on Boolean conditions (correct)
- Executing code in sequential order
- Optimizing memory usage
- Handling exceptions and errors
What is the preferred term for conditionals in functional programming languages?
What is the preferred term for conditionals in functional programming languages?
- Conditional expression (correct)
- Conditional loop
- Decision construct
- Boolean operator
What is another way to select between alternatives at runtime, mentioned in the text?
What is another way to select between alternatives at runtime, mentioned in the text?
- Control flow alteration
- Branch predication
- Static dispatch
- Dynamic dispatch (correct)
In imperative programming languages, what term is usually used for conditionals?
In imperative programming languages, what term is usually used for conditionals?
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What is the common construct sometimes called if–then–else across many programming languages?
What is the common construct sometimes called if–then–else across many programming languages?
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