# Loose footnotes: continuation paragraphs

The first approach has notable trade-offs.1

The second approach handles scale differently.2

Both have merit depending on context.

1 The first approach introduces complexity:

- Higher operational overhead.
- More failure modes to handle.

Despite this, teams often prefer it for its flexibility.

2 The second approach favors simplicity at the cost of expressiveness.

It performs well under load but limits customization.