# Key Terms — 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)

## Vocabulary focus

Selection Statement, if Statement, elif Statement, else Statement, Comparison Operators(
==, !=, >, <), Branching Logic, Decision Tree, Conditional Block, Evaluation, Logical
Conditions

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For each term or concept, write an explanation in your own words and add an example
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