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Bounded Recursion

Principle: Recursive systems require explicit bounds, not just expected termination.

principles/bounded-recursion.md

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Principle: Recursive systems require explicit bounds, not just expected termination.

The Principle
Operational Reasoning
What It Constrains
Consequences of Violation
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