The Optimization Criteria Governing the Location of a Service Facility

question 30

Multiple Choice

The optimization criteria governing the location of a service facility is determined mainly by the ________.

• A) ownership of the service, i.e., public or private
• B) kind of service, e.g. food, banking, or postal
• C) number of facilities to be located
• D) average size of the facilities to be located

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Definitions:

Concept

An abstract idea or a mental symbol that represents a class or category of objects, events, or phenomena.

Solution Strategy

An approach or plan designed to solve a particular problem or to achieve a specific goal.

Means-end Analysis

A problem-solving strategy that involves breaking down the problem into smaller parts and achieving the desired goal through a series of steps.

Subgoals

Intermediate goals set as part of a strategy to achieve a larger, primary goal, making complex tasks more manageable by breaking them down.