Decision Tree

Caesar AI Atlas Definition

A decision tree is an interpretable supervised learning model that represents decision rules in a tree-like structure. Inference follows a path from a root node through feature-based conditions to a leaf node that provides the predicted class or value.

Other Definitions

Decision Tree Source

A supervised learning model composed of a set of conditions and leaves organized hierarchically. For example, the following is a decision tree: !A decision tree consisting of four conditions arranged hierarchically, which lead to five leaves.

Also Referenced In

ISO/IEC 22989 — Artificial Intelligence Concepts and Terminology Appen — AI Glossary basebox — AI Glossary for Executives

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Decision Tree vs Random Forest

A side-by-side comparison of Decision Tree and Random Forest. Understand how the terms differ, when each applies, and what the distinction means for AI governance, system design, or assurance evidence.