A Finite Population Single-Server Waiting Line Model with N =

question 9

Multiple Choice

A finite population single-server waiting line model with N = 5 has an average arrival rate of 1/2 customer per hour and a mean service rate of 4 customers per hour. What is the probability the system is empty?

• A) 0.52
• B) 0.56
• C) 0.056
• D) 0.48
• E) 1.00

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