Introduction to Management Science (12th Edition)
Introduction to Management Science (12th Edition)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780133778847
Author: Bernard W. Taylor III
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 12, Problem 1P

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Summary Introduction

To determine: The best decision using Maximax criteria.

a)

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Maximax decision:

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Introduction to Management Science (12th Edition), Chapter 12, Problem 1P , additional homework tip  1

Answer:

Introduction to Management Science (12th Edition), Chapter 12, Problem 1P , additional homework tip  2

The best decision using the Maximax criteria is Lease Land.

b)

Summary Introduction

To determine: The best decision using Maximin criteria.

b)

Expert Solution
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Maximin decision:

Calculation:

Formula:

Introduction to Management Science (12th Edition), Chapter 12, Problem 1P , additional homework tip  3

Answer:

Introduction to Management Science (12th Edition), Chapter 12, Problem 1P , additional homework tip  4

The best decision using Maximin criteria is Savings certificates.

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Introduction to Management Science (12th Edition)

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