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When creating a filter node from a feature selection node, the new node is referred to as “(generated).” This designation indicates that the new node is generated as a direct output of the filtering process applied to the data, representing the selection of features deemed relevant based on the preceding analysis.

The naming convention highlights that this node is not merely a static or predefined component but rather a dynamically created element resulting from the feature selection operations. This emphasizes its role in the predictive modeling process, where features that contribute significantly to the model's predictive capability are retained while others may be discarded. The focus here is on the transformative aspect of feature selection, which produces a customized representation of the data tailored to enhance model performance.

In contrast, other options suggest interpretations that can be misleading. For example, "Important fields" or "Filtered fields" may imply a specific static list of features based on subjective definitions, rather than accurately representing the output of the process. "Selected," while seemingly straightforward, does not encapsulate the generated nature of the node that reflects its dynamic creation as part of the modeling workflow. Thus, "generated" appropriately captures the essence of the node produced from the filtering operation in a way that aligns with typical terminology used in data analysis and predictive