Java For and While Loops

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What is the value of the variable 'i' after the first iteration of the loop?

3

0

2

1 (correct)

The for loop in the given example will execute exactly 3 times.

False (B)

What is the purpose of the 'System.out.println("Welcome to Java!");' statement within the loop?

This statement prints the message "Welcome to Java!" to the console.

The ______ statement in a for loop is executed after each iteration.

adjustment Signup and view all the answers

Match the following parts of a for loop with their descriptions:

for (i = 0; i < 2; i++) = Loop header i = 0 = Initial action i < 2 = Condition i++ = Adjustment Signup and view all the answers

In the given Java code snippet, the variable `count` is initialized to ______.

0 Signup and view all the answers

The `while` loop continues to execute as long as the condition `count < 2` remains true.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the statement `count++;` within the `while` loop?

Increment the count variable Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of the code snippet after it executes?

Welcome to Java! Welcome to Java! (A) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their corresponding descriptions in the Java code snippet:

<code>count</code> = A variable used to track the number of loop iterations <code>while</code> = A loop construct that repeatedly executes code as long as a condition is true <code>System.out.println()</code> = A method used to print output to the console <code>count++;</code> = A statement that increments the value of <code>count</code> by 1 Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of the following Java code snippet?

for (int i = 1; i < 100; System.out.println(i++));

Numbers from 1 to 99 (B) Signup and view all the answers

The following Java code snippet will execute 10 times.

for (int i = 0, j = 0; (i + j < 10); i++, j++) {
    // Do something
}

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common mistake that programmers make with for loops?

Adding a semicolon at the end of the for clause before the loop body. Signup and view all the answers

If the loop-continuation-condition in a for loop is omitted, it is implicitly ______.

true Signup and view all the answers

Match each for loop variation with its equivalent while loop variation.

<code>for ( ; ; ) { // Do something }</code> = <code>while (true) { // Do something }</code> <code>for (int i=0; i<10; i++) { // Do something }</code> = <code>int i = 0; while (i<10) { // Do something; i++; }</code> Signup and view all the answers

In the "Guessing Numbers" program, what is the purpose of the loop?

To prompt the user for input until the correct number is guessed. (D) Signup and view all the answers

The "Math subtraction learning tool program" initially generates five questions for each run.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a sentinel value in a loop?

A sentinel value is used to indicate the end of input or the termination condition for a loop. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of loop control, it is generally advisable to avoid using ______ values for precise equality checking.

floating-point Signup and view all the answers

Match each program to its primary purpose:

Guessing Numbers = Prompts the user to guess a randomly generated number. Math subtraction learning tool program = Generates five subtraction questions and evaluates the student's answers. SentinelValue = Reads and calculates the sum of an unspecified number of integers, terminating with a sentinel value of 0. Signup and view all the answers

The "Guessing Numbers" program uses a sentinel value to determine the end of the loop.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the "SentinelValue" program, what is the sentinel value used to end the input?

The sentinel value is 0. Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential problem with using floating-point values for loop control with equality checking?

Floating-point values can be unpredictable and lead to unexpected loop behavior. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What programming construct can be used to repeat a statement multiple times, avoiding the tedious repetition of writing it manually?

Loop Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes the purpose of a loop in programming?

To execute a block of code repeatedly based on a condition. (B) Signup and view all the answers

The `while` loop in Java continues to execute as long as the ______ condition remains `true`.

loop Signup and view all the answers

In the `while` loop structure, the loop condition is evaluated before executing the loop body for the first time.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Match the loop types with their corresponding characteristics:

<code>while</code> Loop = The loop condition is evaluated at the end of each iteration. <code>do-while</code> Loop = The loop condition is evaluated before each iteration. <code>for</code> Loop = A useful loop structure for iterating a fixed number of times. Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between a `while` loop and a `do-while` loop?

The <code>do-while</code> loop guarantees that its body will execute at least once, even if the loop condition is false initially, while the <code>while</code> loop may not execute its body at all if the condition is initially false. Signup and view all the answers

The `for` loop is particularly useful for iterating a known number of times, typically controlled by a ______ variable.

counter Signup and view all the answers

Which of these statements are true about nested loops? (Select all that apply)

Nested loops are used to iterate within another loop. (A), Outer loops control the number of times the inner loop runs. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about a `do-while` loop?

The loop body is executed at least once, regardless of the loop condition. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In a `for` loop, the ______ expression is evaluated after each iteration.

action-after-each-iteration Signup and view all the answers

The loop continuation condition in a `for` loop is evaluated after the loop body is executed.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the `initial-action` expression in a `for` loop?

To initialize the loop counter or any other necessary variables. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following code snippets represents a valid `for` loop?

for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++) { System.out.println("Hello!"); } (B) Signup and view all the answers

What will be printed to the console after the following code snippet is executed?

Welcome to Java! Welcome to Java! Signup and view all the answers

The `do-while` loop is guaranteed to execute its loop body at least once.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Random Number Generation

The process of creating a random integer between 0 and 100.

User Input Feedback

Provides feedback on whether the input is too low or too high during guessing.