Concept explainers
A
Interpretation: The intersection of suitable site should be determined.
Concept Introduction: Plant location means to choice the particular region for setting up a business. Choosing a place for plant is most essential in order to get maximum profit. So it is very crucial to identify an ideal place, where all the capital is brought together for progress of business.
B
Interpretation: The rectilinear weekly load distance score for the location should be concluded.
Concept Introduction: Plant location means to choice the particular region for setting up a business. Choosing a place for plant is most essential in order to get maximum profit. So it is very crucial to identify an ideal place, where all the capital is brought together for progress of business.
C
Interpretation: The time taken from the center of gravity to the farthest demand location is to be calculated.
Concept Introduction: Plant location means to choice the particular region for setting up a business. Choosing a place for plant is most essential in order to get maximum profit. So it is very crucial to identify an ideal place, where all the capital is brought together for progress of business.
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