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Iteration (Loops)

Revise Iteration (Loops) in 3.2 Programming for GCSE Computer Science with 15 exam-style questions and 8 flashcards. This is a very high-frequency exam topic, so it is worth revising until the core ideas feel automatic.

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Video Lesson

Notes2

Repeating Actions

Introduction3

Loop Types

Notes4

Deep Dive: Loop Examples

Notes5

Practical Examples (GCSE Pseudocode & Python)

Notes6

Memory Trick

Notes7

Exam Tips

Notes8

Knowledge Organiser: Iteration

Summary

Sample Flashcards

What is iteration?
Repeating a set of instructions
When use a FOR loop?
When you know how many times to repeat

Exam questions for Iteration (Loops)

Which type of loop is best used when you know exactly how many times the loop should repeat?

  • A. WHILE loop
  • B. FOR loop
  • C. REPEAT-UNTIL loop
  • D. IF statement
1 markfoundation

Explain what an infinite loop is, state one cause of an infinite loop, and describe one consequence of running an infinite loop in a program.

3 marksstandard

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