VL 01: Introduction to GAMS Flashcards
1
Q
True or false?
The GAMS compiler does distinguish between upper- and lowercase letters.
A
False!
The GAMS compiler does NOT distinguish between upper- and lowercase letters.
2
Q
True or false?
Multiword names are not allowed “New York”, use hyphens “New-York”.
A
True!
3
Q
True or false?
Lines starting with an asterisks are comments.
A
True!
Important: The line has to start with the asterisk! You can’t comment within a statement.
4
Q
Data
What dimensions do scalars, parameters and tables have?
A
Scalars: 0
Parameters: 1
Tables => 2
5
Q
How do you implement a “if … then … “ condition?
A
If b is greater than 1.5, then assign value 2 to a:
a$(b>1.5) = 2
$(condition)
6
Q
How do you do an exponential?
A
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