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What's the algorithm with which random numbers are generated?
How does the linear congruential generator work?
It involves defining a sequence of numbers, where each number is obtained by applying a linear function to the previous number and taking the remainder of the result after division by a chosen modulus. The linear function involves multiplying the previous number by a multiplier and adding an increment. The choice of multiplier, increment, and modulus determines the properties of the random sequence.