As the Ratio of Arrival Rate to Service Rate Is

question 8

Multiple Choice

As the ratio of arrival rate to service rate is increased, which of the following is likely?

• A)Customers move through the system in less time because utilization is increased.
• B)Customers move through the system more slowly because utilization is increased.
• C)Utilization is decreased because of the added strain on the system.
• D)The average number in the system decreases.
• E)There really is no change since arrival rates are offset by service rates.

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