For a Particular Maximization Problem, the Payoff for the Best

question 5

Multiple Choice

For a particular maximization problem, the payoff for the best decision alternative is $15.7 million while the payoff for one of the other alternatives is $12.9 million. The regret associated with the alternate decision would be

• A)$28.6 million.
• B)$15.7 million.
• C)$0.129 million.
• D)$2.8 million.

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Definitions:

Compensating Differential

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Compensating Differential

The additional amount of income that a worker requires to accept a job with undesirable features, compared to a similar job with more favorable features.

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