The `if-else` statement is one of the most commonly used constructs in Python, allowing the program to make decisions based on conditions.

The basic syntax of the `if` statement is as follows:

```python
if condition:
    # Code to execute when the condition is True
```
The `if` statement checks if a condition is true. If it is, the code inside the block will be executed.

In the case of the `else` statement, you don't need to explicitly define the condition, as it automatically covers all scenarios where the `if` condition is false:
```python
if condition:
    # Code to execute when the condition is True
else:
    # Code to execute when the condition is False
```

This diagram illustrates the flow of an `if-else` statement. It shows that if a condition is true, the program executes the **if code block**. If the condition is false, the **else code block** is executed. The process concludes after one of the blocks is executed.

#### Example: Checking if a User Met Their Step Goal

steps_taken = 9000
step_goal = 10000

if steps_taken >= step_goal:
    print("Great job, you've reached your step goal!")
else:
    print("Keep going, you're almost there!")

In this example, the program checks if the number of steps taken by the user is greater than or equal to the step goal. If the condition is met (i.e., the user has reached or exceeded their step goal), the program prints a congratulatory message. If the condition is not met, the `else` block will execute, encouraging the user to keep going.

What is the purpose of the `else` block in an `if-else` statement?

In the following code, which statement is true?

This course is designed to introduce you to all the nuances of the conditional operator if-else. The course is filled with examples to better understand the use of such an operator, as well as tasks to consolidate the acquired skills. Here you will also get acquainted with the if-elif-else statements.

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You will learn about the most advanced form of the conditional operator if-elif-else, get acquainted with the syntax of this construction and how it is applied correctly.

Conditional Statements in Python

Syntax of if-else Statement

Example: Checking if a User Met Their Step Goal

1. What is the purpose of the `else` block in an `if-else` statement?

2. In the following code, which statement is true?