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1. Epidemiology modeling with Stella CSCI 1210
2. Stochastic vs. deterministic Suppose there are 1000 individuals and each one has a 30% chance of being infected:
Stochastic method: run the model on the right 1000 times
Deterministic method: 1000 * 30% = 300 get infected
(Law of Mass Action)
3. Stella Stocks and Flows A flow takes “stuff” out from a stock or puts stuff into a stock