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Radial basis function

Radial basis function (RBF) is a type of mathematical function that is used in many different areas like computers, engineering, and even in medicine. Basically, RBFs help to quickly and accurately calculate different problems and make decisions based on them.

To explain it simply: RBFs are like little helpers that can do maths for us faster. Let's say you are buying something in a store. You want to know the price of the item. Instead of doing the maths yourself, the RBF can find the answer for you quickly, like a little math helper! That's just one example of how RBFs can be used.