Mathematics A-Level
Application of mathematical models to explore scenarios
What Application of mathematical models to explore scenarios means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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Using the model to generate predictions or explore 'what if' scenarios by varying inputs, such as a range of values or extreme cases.
Topics that use Application of mathematical models to explore scenarios
- OT3: Mathematical modelling (AQA A-Level)
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