Simulators often ignore ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance). Add a small resistance (0.1 Ohm) in series with your input cap to simulate real-world ripple.
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( V_OUT = V_REF \times (1 + \fracR2R1) ) Simulators often ignore ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance)