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Iteration (Loops)

Revise Iteration (Loops) in Programming for GCSE Computer Science with 15 exam-style questions and 8 flashcards. This is a high-frequency exam topic, so students should expect to explain it clearly under timed conditions.

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Video Lesson

Notes2

Repeating Actions

Introduction3

Loop Types

Notes4

Deep Dive: Loop Examples

Notes5

Practical Examples (OCR Pseudocode & Python)

Notes6

Memory Trick

Notes7

Exam Tips

Notes

Sample Flashcards

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

Sample Questions

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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exam-style questions

8

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