Practical Operations Management
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Author: Simpson
Publisher: HERCHER PUBLISHING,INCORPORATED
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Chapter 9, Problem 17P
Summary Introduction
Interpretation:
The company having the lowest bid so that the tender could be awarded to that company.
Concept Introduction:
The tender is the cost or bid provided to capable buyer.
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Chapter 9 Solutions
Practical Operations Management
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