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Simulation methods are black boxes?

Fallacy 2   Simulation methods are black boxes to be used on a trial and error basis.

Counter Statement 2   Simulation is part of the theory of measure, integration and probability. There are basic theorems about the accuracy of integrals that apply to any set of points used in simulation to calculate an output that corresponds to an integral. Discrepancy is an inherent part of the theory of such integration.



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