Exhibit 13.6 The Following Questions Refer to the Information and Output Below

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Exhibit 13.6
The following questions refer to the information and output below.
The university computer lab has 10 computers which are constantly being used by students. Users need help from the one lab assistant fairly often. Students ask for help at a Poisson rate of with an average of 4 requests per hour for any one computer. The assistant answers questions as quickly as possible and the service time follows an exponential distribution with mean of 1 minute per help session. The following queuing analysis spreadsheet was developed from this information.
-Refer to Exhibit 13.6. What is the Kendall notation for this system?

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Definitions:

Ayrton Shunt

An ammeter shunt that permits multiple range values.

Current Transformer

A transformer used for metering alternating current. Current transformers generally have a standard output current value of 5 A at rated primary current.

Moving Vane

A mechanical component in some measurement devices that moves in response to an external physical quantity, such as fluid flow or electrical current.

High Resistance

A characteristic of materials or components that oppose the flow of electric current, resulting in a low current for a given applied voltage.