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# Intro to RNGs & Simulations

In this chapter we will discuss how to create pseudo-random numbers in MATLAB and how to run simulations.

We start by discussing the core statistical distributions available in MATLAB and how to generate pseudo-random numbers for simulations.

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Then, we discuss good practices and examples on how to write effective Monte-Carlo simulations.

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[Monte-Carlo Simulations](/matlab/random-numbers-and-simulations/monte-carlo-simulations.md)
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