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What do we call the models built in a computer environment to analyze system design configurations?
What do we call the models built in a computer environment to analyze system design configurations?
- Representation models
- Analysis models
- Systemic models
- Simulation models (correct)
What is the term for performing a simulation using a simulation model?
What is the term for performing a simulation using a simulation model?
- Modeling
- Imitation
- Execution (correct)
- Realization
How are simulations like board games or military exercises beneficial?
How are simulations like board games or military exercises beneficial?
- They allow for indirect inference about system operation (correct)
- They offer direct observation of real systems
- They replace real-life experiences
- They have no use in understanding system performance
Which activity in the board game Life™ can be considered a simulation of life?
Which activity in the board game Life™ can be considered a simulation of life?
What is the main point to remember about simulations according to the text?
What is the main point to remember about simulations according to the text?
How do computer simulations differ from physical simulations according to the text?
How do computer simulations differ from physical simulations according to the text?
What is the purpose of using computer simulations as mentioned in the text?
What is the purpose of using computer simulations as mentioned in the text?
Why is it important not to confuse a simulation with the real system based on the text?
Why is it important not to confuse a simulation with the real system based on the text?
What does the text suggest about the representational power of computer modeling?
What does the text suggest about the representational power of computer modeling?
Why do analysts sometimes forget the rule about simulations not being the real thing?
Why do analysts sometimes forget the rule about simulations not being the real thing?
