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Code and logic

Variables, conditions, loops, and functions represent decisions and repetition.

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Learning objective

Explain code and logic, reproduce the worked example and justify a decision in the case study.

Before you begin

Problem, requirements, and design

Understand

Variables, conditions, loops, and functions represent decisions and repetition.

Worked example

A condition can show different feedback depending on whether an answer is correct.

Analysis and common mistakes

A function transforms inputs into an output under a defined contract. Input validation distinguishes numbers, text and missing values. Side effects such as saving should be identifiable.

Case study — reasoning

A price × quantity function should reject negative quantities if returns are unsupported. Test zero, a valid quantity and non-numeric text; do not silently convert an error to zero.

Knowledge check

Summary

Variables, conditions, loops, and functions represent decisions and repetition.

Sources for further study and verification

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