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Circular references can appear in computer programming when one piece of code requires the result from another, but that code needs the result from the first. For example, the two functions, posn and plus1 in the following Python program comprise a circular reference: [further explanation needed]
The template is used to tag references that a circular, mirrors or forks, or republished works Template parameters [Edit template data] This template prefers inline formatting of parameters. Parameter Description Type Status Month and year date no description Auto value {{subst:CURRENTMONTHNAME}} {{subst:CURRENTYEAR}} Line suggested See also {{ Circular }} {{ Circular reporting }}, for when it ...
A circular reference occurs when the formula in one cell refers—directly, or indirectly through a chain of cell references—to another cell that refers back to the first cell. Many common errors cause circular references. However, some valid techniques use circular references.
This template indicates that the article cites a source that previously got its information from Wikipedia. Wikipedia may not cite itself, and citing a source that comes from Wikipedia is a circular reference, and may not be used as a citation for the same reason.
If that is the case, this is a situation of circular reporting or "citogenesis", and the cited sentence can not be verified from the source. This version of the template is for situations where the circular reference is not confirmed. If the source is clearly quoting or referencing Wikipedia, use {{Circular reference}} instead.
In computer programming, a weak reference is a reference that does not protect the referenced object from collection by a garbage collector, unlike a strong reference.An object referenced only by weak references – meaning "every chain of references that reaches the object includes at least one weak reference as a link" – is considered weakly reachable, and can be treated as unreachable and ...
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Circular reporting, or false confirmation, is a situation in source criticism where a piece of information appears to come from multiple independent sources, but in reality comes from only one source. [1] [2] In many cases, the problem happens mistakenly through sloppy reporting or intelligence-gathering. However, the situation can also be ...