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Recursion and Algorithms

Recursion is a technique where a function calls itself to solve problems by dividing them into smaller sub-problems, but it requires careful implementation to prevent issues like stack overflow. Key concepts include defining base cases for recursive methods and understanding the trade-offs between recursive and iterative approaches. Common examples of recursive algorithms include factorial, Fibonacci, and tree traversals.

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Recursion and Algorithms

Recursion is a technique where a function calls itself to solve problems by dividing them into smaller sub-problems, but it requires careful implementation to prevent issues like stack overflow. Key concepts include defining base cases for recursive methods and understanding the trade-offs between recursive and iterative approaches. Common examples of recursive algorithms include factorial, Fibonacci, and tree traversals.

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Recursion and Algorithms

Recursion and Algorithms

Recursion is a method where a function calls itself to solve a problem by breaking it down into
smaller sub-problems. It is a common technique in many algorithms, although it must be used
carefully to avoid performance issues such as stack overflow.

Key Concepts:
- Recursive Methods: Ensure a base case is defined to end recursion.
- Common Recursive Algorithms: Factorial, Fibonacci, tree traversals.
- Iterative vs. Recursive: Understanding trade-offs between recursion and loops.

Example (Factorial):
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public int factorial(int n) {
if (n <= 1) {
return 1;
}
return n * factorial(n - 1);
}
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