The Variable D− Measures the Amount

question 3

Multiple Choice

The variable d− measures the amount

• A)over the target and is similar to a slack.
• B)less than the target and is similar to a slack.
• C)less than the target and is similar to a surplus.
• D)under the target and is similar to a surplus.

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