Find the error in this else-if ladder:

medium📝 Debug Q7 of 15

C - onditional Statements

int y = 12;
if (y < 10) {
  printf("Less than 10\n");
} else if (y < 20)
  printf("Less than 20\n");
else
  printf("20 or more\n");
}

AMissing parentheses in else if

BExtra closing brace at the end

CNo error, code is correct

DMissing semicolon after printf

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check braces balance
There is an extra closing brace '}' at the end that does not match any opening brace.
Step 2: Verify other syntax
Semicolons are present, parentheses in else-if are correct, so no other errors.
Final Answer:
Extra closing brace at the end -> Option B
Quick Check:
Braces must be balanced; extra brace causes error [OK]

Quick Trick: Count opening and closing braces carefully [OK]

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