# Daily Bell Ringer — Selection Statements (if, elif, else & Comparison Operators)

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- Published: 2026-10-18T12:31:14-04:00
- Author: matthew.leffler@jefferson.kyschools.us

Course 3: Introduction to Programming / Unit 4: Control Flow & Logic (Sequence, 
Selection, Repetition) / Lesson 2: Selection Statements (if, elif, else & Comparison
Operators)

## Before we begin

When does an elif block execute compared to a independent if block?

Record your initial thinking. Be ready to explain your reasoning and revisit your
response after the lesson.