Suppose That a Bus Company Is Deciding Where to Locate

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Essay

Suppose that a bus company is deciding where to locate its central hub. There are 6 possible destinations for the buses. Suppose that the center of town will be used as the reference for describing the possible destinations. A is located 7 miles North and 3 miles East. B is located 3 miles North and 2 miles East. C is located 1 mile South and 4 miles West. D is located 2 miles North and 3 miles West. E is located exactly in the center of town. F is located 14 miles South and 5 miles East. Assume that traffic to each destination will be equal. Where should the hub go so that travel time is minimized?

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