Computer science · Grades 2–4
Repeat loops
Study guide for Grades 2 to 4: 2 worked examples and 2 practice questions. A loop repeats the same instructions. Multiply what happens inside the loop by the number of repeats.
Rule and key idea
A loop repeats the same instructions. Multiply what happens inside the loop by the number of repeats.
repeat n times [k steps] → n × k steps
Worked examples
A robot runs: repeat 3 times [move forward 2 steps]. How many steps does it move in total?
3 × 2 = 6
6
A dance program says: repeat 4 times [clap, stomp]. How many claps are there in total?
4 × 1 = 4
4
Try two questions
A robot runs: repeat 4 times [move forward 2 steps]. How many steps does it move in total?
A dance program says: repeat 3 times [clap, clap, clap, stomp]. How many claps are there in total?
Answers and reasoning
Answers and marking notes
- 8
4 × 2 = 8
- 9
3 × 3 = 9
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