### Question
How is the term modeling and simulation defined?


### Answer
The term **modeling and simulation** is defined in *20 U.S.C. § 1161v* as the following:

> a field of study related to the application of computer science and mathematics to develop a level of understanding of the interaction of the parts of a system and of a system as a whole

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1161v*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IX-ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS > Part V-Modeling and Simulation Programs**

