IF Statement Worksheet

Question 1

Why is an IF statement known as a control structure?

Because it's a way of controlling which code executes when your program runs.

Question 2

There are other control structures in JavaScript that we'll be learning about soon. Use your google skills to look up the other control structures in JavaScript and list them below.

Switch, For Loop, For in Loop, While Loop, Do While Loop

Question 3

What is a boolean expression?

A boolean variable is one that stores either true or false.

Question 4

What is the 'equality operator', and what is it used for? How is it different from the assignment operator?

The equality operator checks if two values are equal, and is used to compare 2 numbers while the assignment operator sets a value.

Question 5

Why is it important to properly indent your code when writing IF statements?

Makes it easier to follow, prevent error and shows the heirarchy of the logic.

Question 6

What is a code block in JavaScript?

A code block is a group of statements wrapped in curly braces and allowing for structured control flow and variable management.

Coding Problems

Coding Problems - See the 'script' tag below this h3 tag. You will have to write some JavaScript code in it.

Always test your work! Check the console log to make sure there are no errors.