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Can anyone explain the term "stochastic?"?

I understand that its a condition that happens (human life) and that traits become ''lucky'' & move on to higher order.. and something about environmental change relating to instantaneous change? I hope to understand this concept better! Any help given will be appreciated (:

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  • 1 decade ago
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    a stochastic means random

    a.Involving or containing a random variable or variables: stochastic calculus.

    b.Involving chance or probability : a stochastic stimulation.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    I was under the impression it meant random.

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