How Is the Economic Perspective Reflected in Lines for Fast

question 56

Multiple Choice

How is the economic perspective reflected in lines for fast food?

• A)Customers select the shortest line because they have perfect information.
• B)Customers select the shortest line because they believe it will reduce their time cost of obtaining food.
• C)Lines will typically be of unequal length because of the inefficiencies in counter service.
• D)The set of food choices is often too complex for most customers and thus creates long lines.

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