What is the break statement in Python?

Can you explain what the break statement does in Python?

Sure! The break statement is used to exit a loop prematurely when a certain condition is met.

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

Of course! Here's a simple example:

for i in range(10):
    if i == 5:
        break
    print(i)

This will print numbers 0 to 4 and then exit the loop when i equals 5.

What happens if I don't use break in a loop?

If you don't use break, the loop will continue to execute until it reaches its natural end, like the end of a range or a condition that evaluates to false.

Are there any alternatives to using break?

Yes! You can use flags or conditions in the loop's header to control when the loop should stop, instead of using break.