The Time Between Customers at a Checkout Line Is a Random

question 27

Short Answer

The time between customers at a checkout line is a random variable with exponential density. There is a 30% probability of waiting 5 min or more between customers. What is the average time between customers?

---

Definitions:

DELETE

A command in computing used to remove files, texts, or data from a digital medium.

Editing Group

A set of tools or controls within software that are used for modifying text, images, or other elements within a document or project.

Outline View

A feature in many document and presentation applications that displays the structure of a document in an easy-to-navigate, hierarchical manner.

Navigation Group

A set of user interface elements grouped together to facilitate movement through information or documents.