Question: Hello! So I'm currently making and using a Monte Carlo Simulation in excel to calculate the probability an individuals savings will last beyond his 85th

Hello! So I'm currently making and using a Monte Carlo Simulation in excel to calculate the probability an individuals savings will last beyond his 85th birthday (which is on December 31st). I've made the simulation, but struggling on how to calculate the probability. Is there an intuitive way to solve this problem? Specifically, the question is phrased "If the professor puts 50% of his savings in stocks, and draws income of $65,000 per year, what is the probability that his savings will last beyond his 85th birthday (which is on December 31st)?"

Is I'm not being clear enough or you need more information to point me in the right direction please let me know! I guess what I'm really wondering is what equation do I use on excel. Thank you in advance!

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