Suppose the Number of Quickie Hamburgers (In Millions) Served Yearly $f ( x ) = 35.8 e ^ { 0.17 x }$

question 91

Multiple Choice

Suppose the number of Quickie hamburgers (in millions) served yearly can be modeled by $f ( x ) = 35.8 e ^ { 0.17 x }$ Approximate how many years it takes for the number of hamburgers served to reach 54 million. Round to the nearest year.

• A) 2 yr
• B) 3 yr
• C) 1 yr
• D) 4 yr

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Definitions:

JIT

Just-in-time refers to a strategy that aims to improve a business's return on investment by reducing in-process inventory and associated carrying costs.

Lean Operations

A business methodology that focuses on minimizing waste and maximizing value in the production process through continuous improvement and responding to customer demands.

Work Centre

A specific location where work is performed, characterized by certain capabilities, resources, and capacities.

Kanban

The Japanese word for card, which has come to mean “signal”; a kanban system moves parts through production via a “pull” from a signal.