Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Recursion refers to the process of a function calling itself. It allows for solving complex problems by breaking them down into smaller, more manageable subproblems.
Related terms
Base Case: The condition that stops the recursion and provides the solution or result.