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ITERATIVE STATEMENTS

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Introduction to Iterative Statements

An iterative statement, or loop, is a control structure used to repeat a set of instructions until
a specific condition is met. Iterative statements are essential in programming because they
allow us to automate repetitive tasks efficiently.

The three main types of loops are:


1. For Loop
2. While Loop
3. Do-While Loop

Each type has its unique use case, which we will explore with examples.
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1. The For Loop

A for loop is ideal when the number of iterations is known beforehand. It consists of three parts:

Initialization: Sets the starting point of the loop.


Condition: Checks if the loop should continue running.
Update: Updates the loop variable after each iteration.

Syntax:
for (initialization; condition; update) {
// Code to execute repeatedly
}
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Example 1: Print numbers from 1 to 10


for (int i = 1; i <= 10; i++) {
cout<<i<<endl;
}

Explanation

• int i = 1: The loop starts with i set to 1.


• i <= 10: The loop continues as long as i is less than or equal to 10.
• i++: After each iteration, i is incremented by 1.
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2. The While Loop

A while loop is used when the number of iterations is not known and depends
on a condition that must remain true. It checks the condition before executing
the loop body

Syntax:
while (condition) {
// Code to execute repeatedly
}
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Example 2: Keep doubling a number until it exceeds 100

int number = 1;
while (number <= 100) {
cout<<number<<“\n”;
number = number * 2; // Double the number
}

Explanation:
• The loop checks number <= 100 before each iteration.
• If true, the body executes, doubling the value of number.
• Once number > 100, the loop exits.
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3. The Do-While Loop

A do-while loop is similar to the while loop but with one key difference: it guarantees that the
loop body executes at least once, regardless of the condition.

Syntax:
do {
// Code to execute repeatedly
} while (condition);
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Example 3: Accept user input until a positive number is


entered

int number;
do {
cout<<Enter a positive number:;
cin>>number;
} while (number <= 0);
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Explanation:

• The body executes first, asking the user for input.


• The condition number <= 0 is checked afterward.
• If the input is non-positive, the loop repeats.
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COMPARISON OF LOOPS

FEATURE FOR LOOP WHILE LOOP DO-WHILE LOOP

Condition Check At the start At the start At the end

Guaranteed one
Use Case Known iterations Unknown iterations
execution

Code Execution 0 or more times 0 or more times At least once


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Example: Summing Numbers

Task: Write a program that calculates the sum of numbers from 1 to n.

For Loop Implementation:

int n = 10, sum = 0;


for (int i = 1; i <= n; i++) {
sum = sum + i;
}
cout<<sum<<endl;
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Example: Summing Numbers

Task: Write a program that calculates the sum of numbers from 1 to n.

While Loop Implementation:

int n = 10, sum = 0, i = 1;


while (i <= n) {
sum = sum + i;
i++;
}
cout<<sum<<endl;
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Example: Summing Numbers

Task: Write a program that calculates the sum of numbers from 1 to n.

Do-While Loop Implementation:

int n = 10, sum = 0, i = 1;


do {
sum += i;
i++;
} while (i <= n);
cout<<sum<<endl;
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Tips for Choosing the Right Loop

• Use a for loop when you know how many times the loop should run.
• Use a while loop when the end condition depends on dynamic
inputs or changes during runtime.
• Use a do-while loop when you want the body to execute at least
once, regardless of the condition.
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Interactive Exercise

1. Write a program using a for loop to print all even numbers between 1 and
20.
2. Modify the program to use a while loop instead.
3. Use a do-while loop to validate user input for a number in the range 1-50.
Thank You

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