In the theory of complex systems, a function tree is a

diagram A diagram is a symbolic Depiction, representation of information using Visualization (graphics), visualization techniques. Diagrams have been used since prehistoric times on Cave painting, walls of caves, but became more prevalent during the Age o ...

showing the dependencies between the functions of a

system A system is a group of interacting or interrelated elements that act according to a set of rules to form a unified whole. A system, surrounded and influenced by its open system (systems theory), environment, is described by its boundaries, str ...

. It breaks a

problem Problem solving is the process of achieving a goal by overcoming obstacles, a frequent part of most activities. Problems in need of solutions range from simple personal tasks (e.g. how to turn on an appliance) to complex issues in business an ...

(or its solution) down into simpler parts, allowing the design and development to be more focused and efficient.Romli, Fairuz & Rafie, Azmin & Wiriadidjaja, Surjatin. (2013). Conceptual Product Design Methodology through Functional Analysis. Advanced Materials Research. 834-836. 1728-1731. 10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.834-836.1728. When used in

computer programming Computer programming or coding is the composition of sequences of instructions, called computer program, programs, that computers can follow to perform tasks. It involves designing and implementing algorithms, step-by-step specifications of proc ...

, a function tree visualizes which

function Function or functionality may refer to: Computing * Function key, a type of key on computer keyboards * Function model, a structured representation of processes in a system * Function object or functor or functionoid, a concept of object-orie ...

calls another.

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