A Company Has the Following Inputs and Cost Structure They Must Also Use the Following Minimum Quantities

question 12

Essay

A company has the following inputs and cost structure.
$$\begin{array} { l l l l } \text { Product } & \mathrm { X } & \mathrm { Y } & \mathrm { Z } \\\text { Ingredient A } & 3 & 2 & 4 \\\text { Ingredient B } & 2 & 3 & 1 \\\text { Ingredient C } & 1 & 0 & 2 \\\text { Ingredient D } & 6 & 8 & 4 \\\text { Cost per unit } & 0.00125 & 0.0025 & 0.015625\end{array}$$ They must also use the following minimum quantities.
A 120, B 80, C 40, D 240
The is also a maximum of Z of 80 units.
a) Calculate how many of each product (X, Y, Z) should be produced.
b) How much is the minimized total cost?

Interpret the relationship between capacity utilization and process efficiency.

Analyze capacity planning decisions and their dependence on demand forecasts and technological concerns.

Understand the financial evaluation tools like Net Present Value for investment decisions.

Comprehend various approaches to demand management in service sectors.

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