Introduction to Java Programming and Data Structures - Chapter 5: Loops

These flashcards cover key concepts and terminology related to loops in Java programming, including types of loops, control mechanisms, and good programming practices.

Loops

Repetition statements that allow executing a statement multiple times.

Boolean Expression

An expression that evaluates to either true or false, controlling the execution of loops.

while Loop

A loop that continues to execute as long as a specified condition is true.

do-while Loop

A loop that executes the statement at least once before testing the condition.

for Loop

A loop that includes initialization, condition, and increment all in one line.

Sentinel Value

A special value that signifies the end of a loop, often not predetermined.

Break Statement

A statement used to exit a loop prematurely.

Continue Statement

A statement used to skip the current iteration of a loop and move to the next.

Nested Loops

A loop inside another loop, allowing for complex iterations such as creating a multiplication table.

Loop-Control Variable

A variable that controls the number of iterations of a loop.