ABS Specializes in Repair and Maintenance of Industrial Machines

question 3

Multiple Choice

ABS specializes in repair and maintenance of industrial machines.One repair technician has been assigned to five identical grinding machines for repair and maintenance.The machine breaks down after about 20 hours of use,and breakdowns have a Poisson probability distribution.It takes 6 hours to repair a machine,and repair times follow an exponential distribution.Machine downtime costs the company $250 an hour,and the technician is paid $50 an hour.Determine the total cost per hour.

• A)$550.34
• B)$582.50
• C)$284.50
• D)$725.50

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Definitions:

Autocratic Style

A management style characterized by individual control over all decisions and little input from group members, often leading to a clear, authoritative command structure.

Command-and-control

A traditional management style that relies on hierarchical structure, strict discipline, and clear orders.

Team Members

Individuals who are part of a group collaboratively working towards a common goal, sharing responsibilities and tasks.

Autocratic Leadership

A leadership style where the leader makes decisions unilaterally without consulting others, often exerting high levels of control over team members.