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Chapter 8, Problem 25P

a)

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To rank: Top three cities.

Introduction: Location is one of the important element for a business that controls the cost and expenses. Location strategies support in framing other strategies for a firm where optimal location point will provide competitive advantage to a firm.

b)

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To determine: The change in the ranking when the weights of existing facilities is changed to 30.

c)

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To determine: The change in the ranking when the weights of existing facilities is changed to 30.

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