What is the value of k after the following code is executed and how many times does the loop run?

k$=0$;

while k$^0\mathrm{.}5<$ k

k $=$ k $+1$;

end

A$)$ k$=1$; runs $1$ time

B$)$ k$=0$; runs $1$ time

C$)$ Loop does not run at all

D$)$ Loop runs forever