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Figure 2-4:
A decision tree articulates a series of branching paths that
lead to different conclusions. Here, the flower data set shown in the
previous figures is reframed to show a rudimentary process of classification
based on defining features.
A decision tree can be useful as a simple rule-of-thumb approach to human
decision making. It can also be a useful method of prioritizing information
gathering. In the flower classification case, it is not necessary to measure
