OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT (LL)-W/ACCESS
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Chapter 7, Problem 9PA
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To determine: The maximum capacity of this process.
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To determine: The batch size that minimizes the inventory while also allowing the process to produce the maximum flow rate.
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