Which of the following statements is false about recursion?

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Programming and Problem Solving through Python : Functions in Python

Which of the following statements is false about recursion?

A. Every recursive function must have a base case

B. Infinite recursion can occur if the base case isn’t properly mentioned

C. A recursive function makes the code easier to understand

D. Every recursive function must have a return value

Solution

D. Every recursive function must have a return value

Explanation

A recursive function needn’t have a return value.