Model
Model is an abstraction of reality, a simplified representation of some real-world phenomenon.
Definitions
According to Organizational Behavior by Robbins and Judge (17th edition),
- Model. An abstraction of reality, a simplified representation of some real-world phenomenon.
According to Principles of Economics by Timothy Taylor (3rd edition),
- Model. A simplified representation of an object or situation that includes enough of the key features to be useful.
According to Macroeconomics by Mankiw (7th edition),
- Model. A simplified representation of reality, often using diagrams or equations, that shows how variables interact.
According to the BABOK Guide (3rd edition),
- Model. A representation and simplification of reality developed to convey information to a specific audience to support analysis, communication, and understanding.
According to the ITIL Foundation 4e by Axelos,
- Model. A representation of a system, practice, process, service, or other entity that is used to understand and predict its behaviour and relationships.
