How does Kotlin's when expression handle multiple values listed in a single branch separated by commas?

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Kotlin - Control Flow as Expressions

How does Kotlin's when expression handle multiple values listed in a single branch separated by commas?

AIt treats the values as a range to check against the subject.

BIt requires all values to match simultaneously.

CIt matches if the subject equals any one of the listed values.

DIt throws a syntax error because multiple values are not allowed.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the syntax
In Kotlin, multiple conditions in a when branch separated by commas mean the branch matches if the subject equals any one of those values.
Step 2: Behavior of multiple conditions
The when expression checks each branch in order and executes the first branch where the subject matches any of the comma-separated values.
Final Answer:
It matches if the subject equals any one of the listed values. -> Option C
Quick Check:
Multiple values separated by commas act like an OR condition. [OK]

Quick Trick: Commas mean OR condition in when branches [OK]

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