Quick Answer
The correct output is 0 1 2, because the break statement in the for loop immediately terminates the loop when the condition i == 3 is met, preventing the print(i) statement from executing for 3 or any subsequent numbers. This demonstrates how break provides an early exit from a loop, overriding the normal iteration through range(5). On the PCEP exam, this concept frequently appears in predicting output questions, testing your understanding of control flow and the precise moment a loop halts. A common trap is assuming the loop prints the value that triggers the break, but remember: break exits before executing any remaining code in that iteration. For a quick memory tip, think of break as a "bouncer" that kicks the loop out the moment its condition is true, so the triggering value never gets printed.
This PCEP practice question tests your understanding of control flow, loops, lists and logic. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Refer to the exhibit.
for i in range(5):
if i == 3:
continue
print(i, end=' ')What is the output of the code?
Refer to the exhibit.
for i in range(5):
if i == 3:
continue
print(i, end=' ')No output
Why wrong: Prints for i=0,1,2,4.
0 1 2 3 4
Why wrong: Continue skips 3.
0 1 2 4
Correct: 3 is skipped.
0 1 2 4 5
Why wrong: Range ends at 4.
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
0 1 2 4
The code uses a for loop with range(5) to iterate over numbers 0 through 4. Inside the loop, an if statement checks if the current number equals 3; if true, the break statement exits the loop immediately. Therefore, when i becomes 3, the loop terminates before printing 3, so the output is '0 1 2' (each on a new line due to print(i) default behavior). Option C correctly lists the printed values as 0, 1, 2, and then 4 is not printed because the loop breaks before reaching 4.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
No output
Why it's wrong here
Prints for i=0,1,2,4.
0 1 2 3 4
Why it's wrong here
Continue skips 3.
0 1 2 4
Why this is correct
Correct: 3 is skipped.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
0 1 2 4 5
Why it's wrong here
Range ends at 4.
Common exam traps
Python Institute often tests the interaction between break and loop iteration order, where candidates mistakenly think break skips only the current iteration (like continue) or that the loop continues after the break condition is met.
Detailed technical explanation
The break statement in Python immediately terminates the innermost enclosing loop, skipping any remaining iterations. In this case, the loop variable i is assigned values from the range(5) iterator, which yields 0, 1, 2, 3, 4. When i equals 3, the condition i == 3 is true, so break executes, and control jumps to the first statement after the loop. This behavior is fundamental for early exit patterns, such as searching for an element in a list and stopping once found.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
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Control Flow, Loops, Lists and Logic — This question tests Control Flow, Loops, Lists and Logic — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
The correct answer is: 0 1 2 4 — The code uses a for loop with range(5) to iterate over numbers 0 through 4. Inside the loop, an if statement checks if the current number equals 3; if true, the break statement exits the loop immediately. Therefore, when i becomes 3, the loop terminates before printing 3, so the output is '0 1 2' (each on a new line due to print(i) default behavior). Option C correctly lists the printed values as 0, 1, 2, and then 4 is not printed because the loop breaks before reaching 4.
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