In the Formula for Calculating the Average Waiting Time, the Squared

question 13

Multiple Choice

In the formula for calculating the average waiting time, the squared manufacturing time indicates ________.

• A) that the shorter the manufacturing time, the greater the chance that the machine will remain idle in the process
• B) that the shorter the manufacturing time, the greater the chance that the machine will be in use when an order arrives
• C) the disproportionately large impact the manufacturing time has on the waiting time
• D) a measure of the unused capacity or cushion