if Statement

A statement that runs code only when its condition is true.

What does if Statement do in Java?

if Statement — A statement that runs code only when its condition is true.

class Venue {
    boolean canEnter(int age) {
        boolean isAdult = age >= 18;
        boolean isSenior = age >= 65;

        if (isAdult && !isSenior) {
            return true;
        }

        return false;
    }
}

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Updated September 27, 2026