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Representation of reality

Model

A simplified representation of a real object, process or phenomenon used for analysis, forecasting or decision-making.

Related domain: Data AnalyticsConcept ID: concept-model

Definition

A Model is a simplified representation of a real object, process or phenomenon used for analysis, Forecasting or decision-making.

Human Explanation

It helps examine reality without having to experiment directly on it.

Why it Matters

Models support understanding, comparison of alternatives and prediction under defined assumptions.

Conceptual Boundary

A Model is not reality and is not the same as Modelling, which is the process used to create and apply models.

Practical Perspective

A Model should be judged against its purpose, assumptions, input data and performance on relevant evidence.

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