2. EXPERT SYSTEMS
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Expert Systems are computer-based systems
They make use of a wide range of human knowledge to solve problems
It uses reasoning to produce the solution
Uses a set of rules for reasoning
Stores data inside the computer
The answers to the questions are only possible solutions
The user has to consider which is the most appropriate solution
Only used in areas where there is established facts and clear rules.
User interface is an important feature
3. MINERAL PROSPECTING
• Expert system gather inputs from sensors either from satellite or sited in a
location.
• Used to calculate the probability of minerals being found in that certain
location
• Calculates probability by comparing the input with similar areas
• This is used to discover possible drilling sites
4. FINANCIAL PLANNING
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Used for personal situations or by companies on a large scale
Tell what actions to take in the given situation
Actions such as managing debts, organizing investments etc.
User enters financial and personal informatio
5. TAX SYSTEMS
• Countries require their citizens to complete their own tax form therefore a
nexpert system is used.
• Asks questions about:
- their income
- number of children [tax relief for children]
- their age [people of a certain age pay less tax]
- if they’re residents or not [different tax rates]
