Which of the following is the correct syntax for a guard statement in Swift?

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Swift - Control Flow

Which of the following is the correct syntax for a guard statement in Swift?

Aguard condition { return }

Bguard (condition) { return }

Cguard else condition { return }

Dguard condition else { return }

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Recall the syntax of guard
The correct syntax is guard condition else { ... } where the else block handles the early exit.
Step 2: Check each option
guard condition else { return } matches the correct syntax. Options A, B, and D have missing else, extra parentheses, or misplaced keywords.
Final Answer:
guard condition else { return } -> Option D
Quick Check:
Guard syntax = guard condition else { } [OK]

Quick Trick: Remember: guard condition else { exit code } [OK]

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