Data > Generate Random Data > Normal
This utility simulates the process of drawing random samples
from a normal distribution.
To use this utility, you must specify the column name(s) in which
samples will be stored,
the sample size, and the mean and standard deviation of the
normal distribution.
Providing a seed for the random number generator is optional.
Dialog Inputs
- In the Store Samples in: text field, enter the
column names in which random samples will be stored, separated
by spaces. For a continuous range of columns, specify using
the first column, a dash, and the last column (e.g. C1-C30).
- In the Number of Samples to Generate: text box,
enter the number of random samples to generate for each column.
- Enter the mean of the normal distribution in the
Mean: text field.
- Enter the standard deviation in the
Standard Deviation: text field.
- (optional) Enter a seed for the random number generator in
the Random Generator Seed: text box.