Which of the Following Is Not an Assumption of the Waiting

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an assumption of the waiting line models presented in the textbook?

• A) the customers are patient
• B) customers come from an infinite population
• C) customer arrival rate is described by a Poisson distribution
• D) service times are described by an exponential distribution
• E) the waiting line priority rule is longest service requirements first

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Definitions:

Collective bargaining

The process where representatives of workers and employers negotiate over wages, working conditions, and other employment terms.

Government economic policy

Refers to the actions taken by a government to influence its economy, including tax policies, spending programs, interest rate management, and labor regulation.

Independent union

A labor union that represents workers but is not affiliated with any larger union organization, often focusing on specific workplace issues.

Company dominated unions

Unions that are controlled by the employer rather than being an independent body representing the interests of the employees.