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Solve the following problem using Python, implementing the functions described below, one line at a time
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Description:
 def reference(self, symbol, count=1):
 """ However, if referenced, ensure that the counter is applied to the catch symbol. """


        if symbol == self.catch_symbol:
            self.catch_symbol_usage += count
        else:
            self.parent.reference(symbol, count)