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We here mean “ whole system ” in the context of some particular mode of
behavior . A whole ... A “ viewpoint ” is defined in terms of any designated set of
interactions and time - sequences that we refer to as a mode of behavior . The
modes of ...
We here mean “ whole system ” in the context of some particular mode of
behavior . A whole ... A “ viewpoint ” is defined in terms of any designated set of
interactions and time - sequences that we refer to as a mode of behavior . The
modes of ...
Page 94
First , an attempt to relieve one set of symptoms may only create a new mode of
system behavior that also has unpleasant consequences . Second , the attempt
to produce short - term improvement often sets the stage for a long - term ...
First , an attempt to relieve one set of symptoms may only create a new mode of
system behavior that also has unpleasant consequences . Second , the attempt
to produce short - term improvement often sets the stage for a long - term ...
Page 112
But many possible modes exist , and some are more desirable than others . ... if
we have a good understanding of the system dynamics and are willing to endure
the self - discipline and pressures that must accompany the desirable mode .
But many possible modes exist , and some are more desirable than others . ... if
we have a good understanding of the system dynamics and are willing to endure
the self - discipline and pressures that must accompany the desirable mode .
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Contents
Introduction | 1 |
Structure of the World System | 17 |
A World Model Structure and Assumptions | 31 |
Copyright | |
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Bibliographic information
| Title | World Dynamics |
| Authors | Jay W. Forrester, JAY W AUTOR FORRESTER |
| Edition | 2 |
| Publisher | Wright-Allen Press, 1971 |
| Length | 142 pages |
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