An explicit specification of a set of variables and their interrelationships designed to represent some real system or process in whole or in part is called a(n)________.
A) analytical model
B) theory
C) hypothesis
D) objective
E) broad-based research

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This definition specifically describes an analytical model, which is a mathematical or statistical tool used to represent a real system or process. It includes specified variables and their interrelationships. The other choices may be related to research or modeling, but do not fit this specific definition.

An Explicit Specification of a Set of Variables and Their