Suppose That a Constraint for Assembly Time Has a Shadow

question 31

Essay

Suppose that a constraint for assembly time has a shadow price of $50/hour for 15 hours in either direction and that all available assembly time is currently used (would require overtime to do more). If the salary of workers is $30 and they receive 50% extra pay for overtime what should management do?

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