The Average Time Before Breakdown of a Machine Is Normally

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Essay

The average time before breakdown of a machine is normally distributed and has a mean of seven weeks and a standard deviation of 1.5 weeks. If breakdown cost averages $2,500 and preventive maintenance costs $500, what is the optimal preventive maintenance interval?

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