When Events Occur at Discrete Points in Time

question 36

Multiple Choice

When events occur at discrete points in time

• A) a simulation clock is required.
• B) the simulation advances to the next event.
• C) the model is a discrete-event simulation.
• D) All of the alternatives are correct.

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