Rule Definition
Unreferenced methods like any other example of dead code makes maintenance more difficult and more expensive (modification of unused code).
Remediation
Check if the method is going to be used. If not, then remove it from the class.
Related Technologies
Technical Criterion
Dead code (static)
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