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Six different algorithms to generate widely different non-normal distributions are reviewed. These algorithms are compared in terms of speed, simplicity and generality of the technique. The advantages and disadvantages of using these algorithms are briefly discussed.
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The author would like to thank an anonymous referee for his comments and suggestions which lead to the inclusion of the section “A Comparative Study.”
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Tadikamalla, P.R. On simulating non-normal distributions. Psychometrika 45, 273–279 (1980). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02294081
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