Code that is never executed is known as dead code. Typically, the presence of dead code indicates that a logic error has occurred as a result of changes to a program or the program's environment. Dead code is usually optimized out of a program during compilation. However, to improve readability and ensure that logic errors are resolved, dead code should be identified, understood, and removed from a program.
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For a related recommendation, please see \[[MSC07-A. Detect and remove dead code]\]. |
Non-Compliant Code Example
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Recommendation | Severity | Likelihood | Remediation Cost | Priority | Level |
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MSC07-A | 1 ( low ) 1 ( | unlikely ) | 1 ( high ) | P1 | L3 |
Automated Detection
The LDRA tool suite V 7.6.0 is able to detect violations of this recommendation.
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