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      We have seen modeling processes using analytical methods.  However, there are practical cases where the process is too complex for analytical approaches. Therefore,  Monte Carlo simulation is used instead.  

      The  learning outcome for this topic is to use Monte Carlo simulation to model a complex real-world problem

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      Further to the example on slide #27,  passenger 1 begins being served by the passport control inspector immediately. His service time is 1:30 (90 seconds) at which time he goes immediately to the baggage inspector who waves him through without inspection. Passenger 2 begins service with passport inspector 1:30 minutes (90 seconds) after arriving there (as this is when passenger 1 is finished) and requires 1:00 minute (60 seconds) for passport inspection. He is waved through baggage inspection as well. This process continues in this manner. 

      Predict  a mathematical relationship of a increase of 10 seconds in service and the length of time it will take to clear the first 10 passengers