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Applied Mathematics

Modeling and Simulation

What are some basic steps to building a mathematical model?

Just like building a physical structure, there are basic steps to building a mathematical model. The first steps are to simplify the assumptions, or to clearly state those assumptions on which the model will be based, including an understandable account of the relationships among the quantities to be analyzed. Second is to describe all the variables and parameters to be used in the model, and identify the initial conditions of the model. Finally, use step one’s assumptions and step two’s parameters and variables to derive mathematical equations.



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