An Error in the Kinderman-Ramage Method and How to Fix It

Günter Tirler, Peter Dalgaard, Wolfgang Hörmann, Josef Leydold

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Abstract

An error in the Gaussian random variate generator by Kinderman and Ramage is described that results in the generation of random variates with an incorrect distribution. An additional statement that corrects the original algorithm is given.

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ReihePreprint Series / Department of Applied Statistics and Data Processing
Nummer48

WU Working Paper Reihe

  • Preprint Series / Department of Applied Statistics and Data Processing

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