What is a break statement in programming?

Can you explain what a break statement is in programming?

Sure! A break statement is used to exit a loop or switch statement prematurely.

When would I typically use a break statement?

You would use a break statement when you want to stop the execution of a loop based on a certain condition.

Can you give me an example of how to use a break statement?

Of course! In a for loop, you might use it like this: for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++) { if (i == 5) break; } This stops the loop when i equals 5.

Are there any alternatives to using a break statement?

Yes, you can use flags or conditions to control loop execution without a break, but it may make the code less readable.