if, else if and else in Java

if, else if and else in Java — a practical guide to Java if else if with clear examples you can reuse in real projects.

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Short description

Only one branch runs. Order conditions from most specific to general when needed.

Grade example

int marks = 82;
if (marks >= 90) {
    System.out.println("A");
} else if (marks >= 75) {
    System.out.println("B");
} else if (marks >= 50) {
    System.out.println("C");
} else {
    System.out.println("F");
}