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Ternary Operator

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Ternary Operator — free browser-based JavaScript practice

■ What this exercise teaches Assign "Pass" to result if score is 60 or more, and "Fail" otherwise, then output it with console.log. score is 70.

Why it matters in real projects

The ternary operator writes a simple condition in one line. Similar patterns appear daily in code review and production UI work.

Step-by-step workflow

1. Read the guide and understand the goal of "Ternary Operator" 2. Review the JavaScript editor pane and start from the starter code 3. Open hints if stuck; compare your diff with the sample solution 4. Click Run and inspect preview/console output 5. Auto-check looks for output containing: Pass. 6. After success, continue with adjacent exercises in the same category

Core concept explained

The ternary operator writes a simple condition in one line.

Technical focus

Key JavaScript APIs: console.log.

Hint before you peek at the solution

condition ? trueValue : falseValue

Sample solution walkthrough

JavaScript APIs used: console.log. Verify spelling and async/await usage. Explanation: The ternary operator writes a simple condition in one line. Hint recap: condition ? trueValue : falseValue

Solution code

📝 Sample code

const score = 70;
const result = score >= 60 ? 'Pass' : 'Fail';
console.log(result);

Common mistakes for this exact task

- Skipping the hint: condition ? trueValue : falseValue

Troubleshooting

Q: Preview does not change after Run A: Ensure you edited the JavaScript pane and clicked Run. Q: Looks correct but check fails A: Auto-check looks for output containing: Pass. Look for typos, full-width spaces, or unclosed tags. Q: Console shows errors A: Open DevTools Console and fix bracket/quote mismatches at the reported line. Q: Hard to type on mobile A: Use landscape mode or continue on desktop—the same URL keeps progress in localStorage.

Interview / portfolio tips

- Explain the techniques in "Ternary Operator" in your own words within 30 seconds - Practice walking through each line of the sample solution on a whiteboard - Connect this task to a real component you would ship - Mention responsive or accessibility trade-offs - Describe when you use: console.log

What to do after you pass

Move to the next exercise in the js-basic track, then continue the learning roadmap at /en/learning/js-basic/.

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■ Exercise task

Assign "Pass" to result if score is 60 or more, and "Fail" otherwise, then output it with console.log. score is 70.

Hint if stuck

condition ? trueValue : falseValue

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Ternary operator

Assign "Pass" to result if score is 60 or more, and "Fail" otherwise, then output it with console.log. score is 70.

Code

const score = 70;

Preview

Errors & Console

Click error to highlight line. ✕=error ⚠=warning ›=log.

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Deep dive

"Ternary Operator" is a elementary-level JavaScript exercise. Assign "Pass" to result if score is 60 or more, and "Fail" otherwise, then output it with console.log. score is 70. Run it in-browser with automatic checking.

The ternary operator writes a simple condition in one line. Similar patterns appear daily in code review and production UI work.

Pair this with the js-basic roadmap. Exercise #52 reinforces core js-basic skills.

Step-by-step workflow

Read the guide and understand the goal of "Ternary Operator"
Review the JavaScript editor pane and start from the starter code
Open hints if stuck; compare your diff with the sample solution
Click Run and inspect preview/console output
Auto-check looks for output containing: Pass.
After success, continue with adjacent exercises in the same category

How to read the sample solution

JavaScript APIs used: console.log. Verify spelling and async/await usage. Explanation: The ternary operator writes a simple condition in one line. Hint recap: condition ? trueValue : falseValue

Real-world & career relevance

JS basics precede React, Vue, and Node. Variables, functions, and arrays appear in daily code review.

Common mistakes

Skipping the hint: condition ? trueValue : falseValue
Typos in console.log
Loose == between string and number
Reassigning const
Missing semicolons causing odd line breaks

Troubleshooting

Preview does not change after Run: Ensure you edited the JavaScript pane and clicked Run.
Looks correct but check fails: Auto-check looks for output containing: Pass. Look for typos, full-width spaces, or unclosed tags.
Console shows errors: Open DevTools Console and fix bracket/quote mismatches at the reported line.
Hard to type on mobile: Use landscape mode or continue on desktop—the same URL keeps progress in localStorage.

Interview & portfolio tips

Explain the techniques in "Ternary Operator" in your own words within 30 seconds
Practice walking through each line of the sample solution on a whiteboard
Connect this task to a real component you would ship
Mention responsive or accessibility trade-offs
Describe when you use: console.log

Glossary

const: Constant binding—no reassignment.
function: Reusable block of code.
console.log: Print to the developer console.

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Frequently asked questions

Is "Ternary operator" free?

This exercise is free and runs entirely in your browser. No account or credit card required.

Difficulty and time?

"Ternary operator" is level "elementary". Read the guide first; beginners can usually finish within 30 minutes. Allow 5–15 minutes per exercise. Use hints, then the solution if stuck.

What after a correct answer?

After a correct answer, use "Next exercise". When you finish a category, continue on the <a href="/en/learning/js-basic/">learning roadmap</a>.

Works on mobile?

Works on mobile browsers, but typing code is easier on a desktop.

Where are other exercises?

All exercises: <a href="/en/learn/">/en/learn/</a> with category filters.

Key takeaway for "Ternary operator"?

The ternary operator writes a simple condition in one line. Hint: condition ? trueValue : falseValue

Where does JavaScript Basics fit?

JS basics precede React, Vue, and Node. Variables, functions, and arrays appear in daily code review.

Step-by-step for "Ternary Operator"?

1. Read the guide and understand the goal of "Ternary Operator" 2. Review the JavaScript editor pane and start from the starter code 3. Open hints if stuck; compare your diff with the sample solution 4. Click Run and inspect preview/console output 5. Auto-check looks for output containing: Pass. 6. After success, continue with adjacent exercises in the same category

How to read the sample solution?

JavaScript APIs used: console.log. Verify spelling and async/await usage. Explanation: The ternary operator writes a simple condition in one line. Hint recap: condition ? trueValue : falseValue

Something is not working?

Preview does not change after Run → Ensure you edited the JavaScript pane and clicked Run. Looks correct but check fails → Auto-check looks for output containing: Pass. Look for typos, full-width spaces, or unclosed tags. Console shows errors → Open DevTools Console and fix bracket/quote mismatches at the reported line. Hard to type on mobile → Use landscape mode or continue on desktop—the same URL keeps progress in localStorage.

Career / interview angle?

Explain the techniques in "Ternary Operator" in your own words within 30 seconds Practice walking through each line of the sample solution on a whiteboard Connect this task to a real component you would ship Mention responsive or accessibility trade-offs Describe when you use: console.log

Related dev tools?

<a href="/en/tools/json-formatter/">JSON Formatter</a>, <a href="/en/tools/regex/">Regex Tester</a>

Prerequisites?

Read the <a href="/en/learning/js-basic/">Learning roadmap</a> chapter first.

Can I change the starter code?

Yes—if it works. Understanding the starter first, then adding minimal diffs, speeds up learning.

What do the points mean?

15pt is a difficulty hint, not a score you must maximize.