Why does Ruby use elsif instead of else if in its if statements?

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Ruby - Control Flow

Why does Ruby use elsif instead of else if in its if statements?

ATo avoid ambiguity and improve readability

BBecause <code>else if</code> is a syntax error in Ruby

CTo allow multiple else blocks

DTo enable nested if statements

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand Ruby syntax design
Ruby uses elsif as a single keyword to clearly separate multiple conditions.
Step 2: Compare with other languages
else if can cause ambiguity; Ruby's elsif improves clarity and readability.
Final Answer:
To avoid ambiguity and improve readability -> Option A
Quick Check:
elsif is for clarity in Ruby = B [OK]

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