Simulation and Queuing Theory Quiz

What is the primary purpose of simulation in analyzing complex systems?

• To eliminate uncertainties

• To simplify the problem formulation

• To determine the effect of alternate policies

• To create mathematical models

Who were the pioneers in the application of simulation for nuclear shielding problems?

• Stainslaw Ulam and Naylor

• John Von Neumann and Stainslaw Ulam

• Albert Einstein and Naylor

• Donald G. Malcolm and John Von Neumann

What type of simulation is used for complex managerial decision-making?

• Analog Simulation

• Dynamic Simulation

• Physical Simulation

• Computer Simulation

Which of the following is NOT a limitation of simulation techniques?

• Results are only reliable approximations

• Unique solutions are transferable

• Difficult to identify all variables

• Costly and time-consuming

What does the Monte-Carlo method utilize to create statistical distribution functions?

• Mathematical models

• Random numbers

• Fixed algorithms

• Deterministic processes

In the context of queuing theory, what does FIFO stand for?

• First In Fast Out

• First In First Out

• Fast In Fast Out

• First In Final Out

What is the average service rate if a cashier can serve 10 customers in 5 minutes?

• 3 customers per minute

• 4 customers per minute

• 2 customers per minute

• 1 customer per minute

What is the average waiting time in a queue if the arrival rate is 9 customers for every 5 minutes?

• 1.5 minutes

• 4 minutes

• 2 minutes

• 3 minutes

Which of the following describes a system with infinite capacity?

• A system that can accommodate an unlimited number of customers

• A system that can accommodate a limited number of customers

• A system that has a fixed number of service channels

• A system that has a variable number of service channels

What is the primary characteristic of a transient state in a queuing system?

• The system is in an explosive state

• The system's behavior is independent of time

• The system's behavior is dependent on time

• The system has reached a steady state