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English: Simulation

Glossary Element  Simulation


Simulation aims to describe and analyse the behaviour of a system, its components and/or its environment, asking what-if questions about them. This can be done by modelling, by organising a game or by combing both, for instance by simulating decision making related to water management confronted with climate change. Simulations aim at gaining insights into the past, present, and future behaviour of a system, its components and its environment.

Sources

Chung, C.A. 2004. Simulation Modelling Handbook – A Practical Approach. London