How to create a random position generator in max script using 3ds max

We learn how to use a basic max script to generated random position values for objects selected in our scene.

[jaybusch]

This was JUST what I needed, and the perfect introduction to MaxScripting. Thank you SO much! <3

[BrandanLee]

This was just incredibly helpful, thank you!

[PaoloBrunoTL]

Thanks man. That was really helpful for me today!

[petethechin]

Thx for that, quick question, how can I get that to apply to a particular non-selected object object on frame 0 before anything else gets calculated? thx dude

[jbperrot]

Is it possible to do the same with faces selected in our scene ?
Then generated random position values for faces selected in our scene....
Thanks

[patriciafaria]

this doesn't support negative numbers?