What does the 'default' case do in a switch?
The 'default' case acts exactly like the final 'else' in an if-else chain. It executes if none of the specific cases match the variable.
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A switch statement is a control flow mechanism that tests a single variable for equality against a list of predefined cases.
Yes, in compiled languages. Compilers often optimize switch statements using Jump Tables, making them O(1), whereas an if-else chain is O(N).
Generally, no. Standard switch statements check for exact equality. For ranges, you must use an if-else chain.
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