A warehouse began the month of October with 300 tons of goods, but its inven- tory had fallen to 100 tons at the beginning of November, before increasing again to 200 tons at the beginning of December. What was the percent change in average inventory between October and November?

A warehouse began the month of October with 300 tons of goods, but its inven- tory had fallen to 100 tons at the beginning of November, before increasing again to 200 tons at the beginning of December. What was the percent change in average inventory between October and November?

Practical Management Science

6th Edition

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Author:WINSTON, Wayne L.

Publisher:WINSTON, Wayne L.

Chapter9: Decision Making Under Uncertainty

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 30P

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