What Is the Minimum Time Required to Complete 12 Independent

question 6

Multiple Choice

What is the minimum time required to complete 12 independent tasks on two processors when the sum of all the times of the 12 tasks is 84 minutes?

• A) 6 minutes
• B) 14 minutes
• C) 24 minutes
• D) 42 minutes

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Definitions:

Number of Bidders

The total count of participants or entities that show interest in bidding for a particular item, service, or contract.

Common-value Auction

An auction in which the item for sale has essentially the same value to all bidders, but the bidders may have different information about this value.

Aggressive Bidders

Individuals or entities that place high and frequent bids in auctions, often in an effort to quickly secure the desired item or outcome.

Relevant Information

Data or facts that are pertinent and have a bearing on the decision-making process.