EBK PRINCIPLES OF OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
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Chapter 3, Problem 21P
a)
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To calculate: The probability of completing the work in 53 days.
b)
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To calculate: The date that results in a 99% probability of completion.
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d. What is the probability of completing this project within 19 days?
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