title: In a genetic algorithm is roulette wheel selection the same as Monte Carlo method?
body: <p>After reading a <a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21526157" rel="nofollow">paper</a> they mention the Monte Carlo method for selecting fittest chromosomes. Is this the same as <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fitness_proportionate_selection" rel="nofollow">roulette wheel selection</a>?</p>
  
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    <p>The same initial population of individuals was used for each problem and architecture. The population sizes were 150 individuals (except for HD problem that was 100). The following techniques were employed: the Montecarlo method for the selection of individuals; the Darwinian substitution method; a single crossover point; a crossover rate of 90%; and a mutation rate of 10%.</p>
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