Transport Network Map as a Model
Much like an economic model, a map is a simplified representation of reality. For instance, a public transport map includes relevant information like stations and their connections but abstracts away from irrelevant details such as the precise geographical routes. This process of simplification, by focusing on what is important for the task at hand, is what makes both maps and economic models useful.
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