What type of scientific model is this?

Question

Consider the scenario.

Scientists have developed a computer program that can be used to predict when volcanoes will erupt.

What type of scientific model is this?

1) practical model

2) conceptual model

3) physical model

 4)mathematical model

is it 3?

Answer 1

Computer simulation is the process of mathematical modeling, performed on a computer, which is designed to predict the behavior of or the outcome of a real-world or physical system.