True or False When used as function parameters, reference variables are much easier to work with than pointers.

Reference variables are generally considered easier to work with than pointers when used as function parameters. This is because reference variables provide a simpler syntax and have stricter rules for their usage, which reduces the chances of programming errors. When calling a function with a reference parameter, we don't need to use the address-of operator (&) to pass the address of the variable. The function will automatically convert the argument to a reference. With pointer parameters, we need to use the address-of operator to pass the address of the variable explicitly. In addition, reference variables cannot be null, but pointers can be. This ensures that a reference parameter always corresponds to a valid memory location. Furthermore, reference variables cannot be reassigned after their initialization, reducing the risk of accidental modification and making the code easier to read. On the other hand, pointers may provide more flexibility in some situations and can be used with dynamic memory allocation, operations with null pointers, and pointer arithmetic. Still, their usage can lead to various programming errors if not handled carefully, making reference variables a safer and easier option overall when using function parameters.