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Chapter 9, Problem 14DQ
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To determine: The layout of a supermarket.

Introduction: Process layout refers to the plan or graphical representation about the design of the floor of a plant. It helps the firm to improve the efficiency of the design and it would help to improve the location of the departments.

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