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Modeling slippage requires examining both order-book depth and order behavior. Thin books amplify costs, especially when large market orders hit shallow liquidity. Analysts can model effective depth by measuring cumulative volume at different price levels relative to trade size. Slippage can then be expressed as a function of book elasticity. Factoring in hidden liquidity, iceberg orders, and clustering of stop orders refines estimates. Optimal execution strategies—such as slicing orders, using TWAP/VWAP algorithms, or routing across venues—minimize costs. Proper modeling transforms slippage from a vague risk into a quantifiable, controllable variable in trading performance.

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