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HW 1 Chap 1
HW 1 Chap 1
HOMEWORK 1 CHAPTER 1
BASIC CONCEPTS OF SIMULATION
1. Name several entities, attributes, activities, events, and state variables for the following
systems:
(a) A cafeteria
(b) A grocery store
(c) A Laundromat
(d) A fast-food restaurant
(e) A hospital emergency room
(f) A taxicab company with 10 taxis
(g) An automobile assembly line
2. Consider the simulation process shown in Figure 1.3 in the class book.
(a) Reduce one step combining similar activities. Explain why this is possible.
(b) Increase one step separating current steps or enlarging on exiting steps. Explain why
this is possible.
4. What are the events and activities associated with the use of your notebook?
C1. 1,2,4,5,7,11