Which of the following flowchart symbols represents the if selection structure?

diamond
hexagon
oval
parallelogram E. rectangle

The correct answer is: A. diamond.

A diamond is a flowchart symbol that represents a decision point. It is used to indicate that the flow of control will branch depending on

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the outcome of a condition.

The other options are incorrect because they do not represent a decision point.

  • A hexagon is a flowchart symbol that represents a process. It is used to indicate that a series of actions will be performed.
  • An oval is a flowchart symbol that represents the start or end of a flowchart.
  • A parallelogram is a flowchart symbol that represents a data input or output.
  • A rectangle is a flowchart symbol that represents a function call.