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Modeling uncertain activity duration by fuzzy number and discrete-event simulation

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  • Tam, C. M.
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  • Zhang, Hong & Tam, C. M. & Li, Heng, 2005. "Modeling uncertain activity duration by fuzzy number and discrete-event simulation," European Journal of Operational Research, Elsevier, vol. 164(3), pages 715-729, August.
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