nrand

Format: nrand( mean, std )

Arguments: (real) mean Optional distribution mean; default = 0

(real) std Optional distribution standard deviation; default = 1

Returns: (real) Pseudo-random number from a normal distribution

Description: Nrand generates random numbers that are drawn from a set with a normal (Gaussian) probability distribution. The sequence of numbers generated by nrand has a period that is essentially infinite. Also, there are no sensible sequential correlations.

Examples: nrand = random number with a mean of 0 and a standard deviation of 1

nrand(100,10) = random number with a mean of 100 and a standard deviation of 10, PDF graphed below

See Also: rand, drand, trand, lrand, brand, prand, grand, betarand, crand, setrand, correlate