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FC0-U71 Practice Question: A developer needs to repeat a set of instructions…
A developer needs to repeat a set of instructions exactly 10 times. Which programming construct should be used?
⚠ Common exam trap
CompTIA often tests the distinction between iteration (loops) and selection (conditionals), so the trap here is that candidates may confuse an if-else statement with a loop, thinking it can repeat instructions by nesting, but it cannot inherently iterate a fixed number of times.
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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For loop
A for loop is the correct construct because it is specifically designed to execute a block of code a predetermined number of times, such as exactly 10 iterations. The loop's initialization, condition, and increment/decrement components allow precise control over the repetition count, making it ideal for this requirement.
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For loop
Why this is correct
A for loop is designed for iterating a specific number of times.
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Variable
Why it's wrong here
A variable holds data, not a control structure for repetition.
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Function
Why it's wrong here
A function groups code but does not automatically repeat it.
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If-else statement
Why it's wrong here
If-else makes decisions, not repetitions.
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