random function
A 'random function' generates outputs based on chance or probability, and is fundamental in fields like probability theory, computer science, and statistical modeling.
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Definition
C1Mathematics
(technical, academic)A function whose values are determined by random variables, used to model stochastic processes and random fields.
Example
- In probability theory, a random function can represent the evolution of a system over time.
B2Computing
(technical)A function that produces outputs based on a probabilistic mechanism, often used in simulations and cryptographic algorithms.
Example
- The `random()` function in Python generates random floating-point numbers between 0 and 1.
C1Statistics
(technical, academic)A function used to model phenomena that exhibit random behavior over time or space.
Example
- Statisticians use random functions to simulate data for complex models.
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