I'm trying to build a simulation model with sequential stages. I only want to set the seed for the random number generator once at the very start of the simulation comparing different possible strategies. Stage 1 is common to all strategies and involves running lots of sims to reach stage 2 . At this stage my strategies follow different routes. Ideally I'd like to store the state of the random number generator just before starting stage 2 (and be able to recall it at a later time). That way I can run my first strategy through, then reset to the same state at the start of stage 2 and run the next strategy through, etc. All strategies then facing the same random conditions (without having to rerun stage 1 or set another seed at stage 2).. Are there such commands that store and reset the number generator to a particular state? Any help much appreciated.
Best, Steve
