What is the difference between if and switch statements?

Can you explain the difference between if and switch statements?

Sure! Both if and switch statements are used for conditional execution, but they have different use cases.

When should I use a switch statement instead of an if statement?

Use a switch statement when you have multiple conditions based on the same variable, as it's cleaner and more readable.

Are there any performance differences between them?

In most cases, the performance difference is negligible, but switch can be faster for many cases due to its structure.

Can you give me an example of both?

Of course! An if statement checks conditions one by one, while a switch evaluates a single expression against multiple cases.