How can I modify a recursive function to avoid a Stack Overflow error?

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How can I modify a recursive function to avoid a Stack Overflow error?
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Transform the recursive function into an iterative (loop-based) solution. This eliminates the need for the call stack and avoids the potential for stack overflow. Carefully analyze the logic of the recursive function to determine how it can be expressed iteratively.