When keeping a running total, the accumulator variable can start with any value and still contain the correct total when the loop finishes.

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The accumulator variable must start at a value that does not affect the total, typically 0 for sums or 1 for products, to ensure it contains the correct total when the loop finishes. Starting with any other value could lead to incorrect totals.

When Keeping a Running Total, the Accumulator Variable Can Start