Introduction
Simulation occurs in a controlled environment. Trading occurs in a conditional one.
The distance between the two is where many research mistakes become visible.
The Core Idea
A model’s theoretical behavior must be interpreted alongside execution, liquidity, turnover, timing, and operational reliability.
Theoretical attractiveness can deteriorate meaningfully in implementation.
Closing Note
The function of validation is not to confirm a simulation. It is to discover where the simulation fails to describe reality.
Disclaimer
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