Recursion Is Often Less Efficient Than Iteration Because ________

question 3

Multiple Choice

Recursion is often less efficient than iteration because ________.

• A) it can cause an explosion of method calls.
• B) it is not as intuitive.
• C) recursive methods are harder to debug.
• D) recursive methods take longer to program.

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Definitions:

Circular Flow Model

A diagram that demonstrates the movement of money, resources, and goods and services in an economy between households, firms, and the government.

Resource Markets

Marketplaces where resources (like labor, capital, and raw materials) used to produce goods and services are bought and sold.

Invisible Hand

A metaphor coined by Adam Smith to describe the self-regulating nature of the marketplace where individuals' pursuit of self-interest benefits society.

Economic Efficiency

A state where resources are allocated in a way that maximizes the production of goods and services at the lowest cost.