Data Modeling and Simulation

What is the primary goal of using a simulation model?

• • To generate random numbers

• • To replicate the behavior of a real system

• • To manipulate data

• • To create exact real-life replicas

The decision-making workflow in simulation modeling starts with ______ and ends with ______.

Static models describe the evolution of a system over time.

• True

• False

 In a dynamic model, the system state is represented by which function?

• x(t)

• P(x)

• Xt

• f(x)

What's the correct description of the deterministic model

• • Evolves uniquely from initial conditions

• • Involves random elements and produces variable outcomes

• • Describes events occurring at distinct time intervals

• • Variables change continuously over time

What's the correct description of the Stochastic model

• • Evolves uniquely from initial conditions

• • Involves random elements and produces variable outcomes

• • Describes events occurring at distinct time intervals

• • Variables change continuously over time

What's the correct description of the Continuous model

• • Evolves uniquely from initial conditions

• • Involves random elements and produces variable outcomes

• • Describes events occurring at distinct time intervals

• • Variables change continuously over time

What's the correct description of the Discrete model

• • Evolves uniquely from initial conditions

• • Involves random elements and produces variable outcomes

• • Describes events occurring at distinct time intervals

• • Variables change continuously over time

Which of the following are advantages of simulation modeling? (Select all that apply)

• • It allows for experimentation in a limited time.

• • It provides exact results.

• • It represents real systems, even complex ones.

• • It requires extensive resources to implement.

Explain the concept of discrete event simulation (DES) and give an example.