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Identify the problem in this Ruby code:

medium📝 Debug Q7 of 15
Ruby - Operators and Expressions
Identify the problem in this Ruby code:
result = true && || false
ANo error, result is true
BLogical error, but syntax is correct
CSyntax error due to consecutive operators
DMissing parentheses around false
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Analyze the operator sequence

    The code has && followed immediately by || without operand in between.

  2. Step 2: Understand Ruby syntax rules

    Consecutive logical operators without operands cause syntax errors.

  3. Final Answer:

    Syntax error due to consecutive operators -> Option C

  4. Quick Check:

    Operators must have operands between them [OK]
Quick Trick: Avoid placing && and || together without values [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Writing && || without operand
  • Assuming code runs fine
  • Missing operands between operators

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