Lesson 14: Intro to Simulation

October 15, 2020

Review:

  • Midterm Exam
  • Corrections
  • Grades and Starfish
  • Simulation
    • Intro to Random Numbers
    • Coin flip

Presentation:

  • Simulation
    • More RANDBETWEEN()
    • Rolling 2 dice
    • RANDBETWEEN(1,12) ≠ sum of two dice
    • Histogram comparison
    • Probability distribution
  • Demonstrate Dice simulation in Sheets

Assignment:

  • Create your own Dice Simulation
    • Lucky 7 game
      • Roll a 7, you win!
      • Roll anything else (other than a 7), you lose. 🙁

Justin

Justin Holman is CEO of Aftermarket Analytics, where he leads efforts to develop cutting edge sales forecasting and inventory optimization technology for the Automotive Aftermarket. Prior to joining Aftermarket Analytics, Justin managed corporate consulting for the Strategy & Analytics division at MapInfo Corporation, leading major projects for retail clients including The Home Depot, Darden Restaurants, Bridgestone-Firestone, Sainsbury’s and New York & Company. Before that, Justin served as Vice President of Software Development at LogicTools, now part of IBM's supply chain application software group. Justin holds a B.A. from Claremont McKenna College, a Ph.D. from the University of Oregon and an Executive Management certificate from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.

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