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BIO 107 While Loops & Control Flow Objective Question

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In the anatomy of a while loop, what is the crucial role of the "# update variable" step?

A To declare new variables for the loop.

B To display the current status of the loop.

C To prevent the loop from becoming an infinite loop.

Correct Answer

D To define the initial condition of the loop.

Option C is the correct answer.

Page 4 explicitly states, "Update: Essential to prevent infinite loops!"

Consider what happens if a loop's condition never changes.

Course: BIO 107

Topic: While Loops & Control Flow

Type: Objective

Difficulty: Not specified