selection structure
[sɪˈlɛkʃən ˈstrʌktʃər]
nounpl: selection structures
estrutura de seleção
1. A programming construct that allows code to execute different statements based on whether a condition is true or false
The if-else statement is the most common selection structure in programming.
A instrução if-else é a estrutura de seleção mais comum em programação.
2. A control flow statement that directs program execution along different paths
Selection structures include if, if-else, and switch statements.
As estruturas de seleção incluem instruções if, if-else e switch.
This is primarily a technical term used in computer science and programming education. It is used consistently across both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese technical documentation, though spelling conventions differ. In Brazil, it's commonly taught in computer science courses and programming bootcamps.
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