diff --git a/source/ch7_recursion.ptx b/source/ch7_recursion.ptx index 7dc933a..a0d2c01 100644 --- a/source/ch7_recursion.ptx +++ b/source/ch7_recursion.ptx @@ -233,6 +233,8 @@ main()
+import java.util.Arrays;
+
public class ArrayProcessor {
public static int sumArray(int[] arr) {
// Handle empty array
@@ -263,11 +265,11 @@ public class ArrayProcessor {
- Compare these improved versions with the earlier problematic ones. Notice how much cleaner the method calls become:
- This helper method pattern is essential when your recursive algorithm needs to track additional state (like array positions, accumulated values, or depth counters) that the original caller shouldn't need to provide or care about. It's a fundamental pattern and technique you'll likely use frequently in recursive problem solving. + This helper method pattern is invaluable when your recursive algorithm needs to track additional state details (like array positions, accumulated values, or depth counters) that the original caller shouldn't need to know about or care about. It's a fundamental pattern and technique you'll likely use frequently in recursive problem solving.