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R nought (R₀) is a mathematical term used in epidemiology to represent the basic reproduction number of an infectious disease. It indicates the average number of secondary infections produced by one infected individual in a completely susceptible population. An R₀ value greater than 1 suggests that the disease can spread rapidly, while a value less than 1 indicates that the infection will likely decline and eventually die out. Understanding R₀ helps public health officials assess the potential for outbreaks and implement control measures.

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