A Machine Is Set to Pump Cleanser into a Process

question 6

Multiple Choice

A machine is set to pump cleanser into a process at the rate of 9 gallons per minute. Upon inspection, it is learned that the machine actually pumps cleanser at a rate described by the uniform distribution over the interval 8.5 to 11.5 gallons per minute. Find the probability that between 9.0 gallons and 10.0 gallons are pumped during a randomly selected minute.

• A) 0.33
• B) 0.67
• C) 0
• D) 1

Understand the importance of considering opportunity costs in decision-making.

Comprehend the significance of fixed costs, their behavior, and their impact on decision-making.

Understand the concept of contribution margin and its importance in break-even analysis.

Calculate break-even points in units and in sales dollars.

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