Subjects / LC Applied Mathematics / Mathematical modelling (spec Strand 1)

The modelling cycle

Describe the stages of mathematical modelling: formulate, solve, interpret, validate and refine.

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Match the pairs: 1 · Multiple choice: 8 · Select all that apply: 2 · Put in order: 2 · Short answer: 1 · Written answer (self/teacher assessed): 1

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Put in order

Order the stages of the mathematical modelling cycle.

Give each item its position (1 = first).

Translate into a mathematical model

Validate against reality and refine

Interpret the solution in context

Solve the mathematics

Formulate the problem and state assumptions

Hint 1

What comes first?

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