Operations Management
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ISBN: 9780132921145
Author: Jay Heizer
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 8, Problem 11P
a)
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To determine: The country to be selected for the new plant.
b)
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To determine: If the conclusion changes.
c)
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To determine: The conclusion when the score even drops further.
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[Jadual 2: Maklumat pemberat dan skor.]
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