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What problem does the following Java code cause?

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Java - Methods and Code Reusability
What problem does the following Java code cause?
public class LoopTest {
  public static void main(String[] args) {
    start();
  }
  static void start() {
    loop();
  }
  static void loop() {
    start();
  }
}
AStackOverflowError due to infinite recursive calls
BCompilation error due to missing return statements
CProgram runs normally and prints nothing
DRuntime exception due to null pointer
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Analyze method calls

    start() calls loop(), which calls start() again, creating infinite recursion.
  2. Step 2: Understand call stack effect

    Each call adds a frame; infinite calls cause stack overflow.
  3. Final Answer:

    StackOverflowError due to infinite recursive calls -> Option A
  4. Quick Check:

    Infinite recursion causes stack overflow [OK]
Quick Trick: Infinite mutual recursion causes stack overflow [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Expecting normal program termination
  • Confusing runtime errors with compile errors
  • Ignoring infinite recursion effects

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