Operations Management
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Author: CACHON, Gérard, Terwiesch, Christian
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Chapter 15, Problem 3C
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The case deals about the information on the number of passengers visiting Country during the year 2012 and 2013 each month from the various airports. These airports are busiest international travel and popular destinations.
To explain: The possible variables that can influence the number of international travelers.
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