Machine Learning

Machine learning vs heuristics: when do simple rules win?

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Answer:

Simple heuristic rules win when problems are well defined, data changes rarely, and the solution space is small and stable. In these settings, rules are easier and cheaper to maintain, explain, and validate than complex ML models. Use ML only when conditions, inputs, or success criteria become too complex for simple rule-based logic.

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