Use the command line to enter algebraic equations explicitly
as assignment expressions and distribution types. As you enter the
values on the command line, the values are also entered into the paper
tape portion of the calculator.
Procedure
- To enter algebraic equations, enter them explicitly as
assignment expressions. For example, i = 5*j + k.
On one side of the equation, enter a variable. On the other
side, enter a fixed value, a formula, or a distribution type. Named
variables are of Formula, Triangular, or Normal type. Named constants
are of Fixed type.
- To enter triangular distributions, use the form T(low,
likely, high). For example, numUsers = T(4500,6500,8500)
- To enter normal distributions, use the form N(mean, standard
deviation). For example, costPerUser = N(100,10)
- Click Run Simulation. The graph showing the probability distribution is displayed.
Example
On the command line, type the following text:
x = 100 <enter>
y = 10 <enter>
z = x*y <enter>
What to do next
You can now analyze the financial model result and assign
the results to a time period.