Isn't this just a reoccurring function called from within itself until a particular set of conditions are met? I don't know it just seems like shorthand to me. Like a do-while loop. I am sure it could be used for more than just factorials.

Question

What is recursive?

Answer 1

recursive functions are functions that call them selves until a surtain condition is met. You are right.

Answer 2

Yap, they call themselves. Check this out.

https://code.sololearn.com/cTt83U8TQHK4/?ref=app