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construction of decision trees  

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  • A decision model is a mathematical formulation of a decision problem that compares alternative choices in a formal process by calculating their expected outcome. The decision tree is a graphical representation of a decision model that represents the basic elements of the model. [Source: Encyclopedia of Medical Decision Making; Decision Trees, Construction]

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