Practical Management Science
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Chapter 11.2, Problem 2P
In Example 11.1, the possible profits vary from negative to positive for each of the 10 possible bids examined.
- a. For each of these, use @RISK’s RISKTARGET function to find the probability that Miller’s profit is positive. Do you believe these results should have any bearing on Miller’s choice of bid?
- b. Use @RISK’s RISKPERCENTILE function to find the 10th percentile for each of these bids. Can you explain why the percentiles have the values you obtain?
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Chapter 11 Solutions
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