Practical Management Science
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Chapter 13.5, Problem 9P
a)
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To determine: The average number of customers waiting on line.
Introduction: In order to predict the waiting time and length of the queue, queueing model will be framed. Queueing theory is the mathematical model that can be used for the decision-making process regarding the resources required to provide a service.
b)
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To determine: The average time that the customer spend at the restaurant.
Introduction: In order to predict the waiting time and length of the queue, queueing model will be framed. Queueing theory is the mathematical model that can be used for the decision-making process regarding the resources required to provide a service.
c)
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To determine: The fraction of time that is more than three cars in line.
Introduction: In order to predict the waiting time and length of the queue, queueing model will be framed. Queueing theory is the mathematical model that can be used for the decision-making process regarding the resources required to provide a service.
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