Assumptions and approximations enter at two stages: first when constructing the mathematical model from the real-world problem, and again when solving the model. Their acceptability depends on whether the resulting solution remains close enough to be useful.
Conditions: Approximations must be "close enough" for the solution to remain useful.; Error is acknowledged as part of the modeling process.
Assumptions and approximations enter at two stages: first when constructing the mathematical model from the real-world problem, and again when solving the model. Their acceptability depends on whether the resulting solution remains close enough to be useful.
Conditions: Approximations must be "close enough" for the solution to remain useful.; Error is acknowledged as part of the modeling process.