Assume That a Plant Manager Has to Decide Where to Locate

question 32

Multiple Choice

Assume that a plant manager has to decide where to locate its warehouse The decision has been narrowed down to choices among the following three cities: Detroit, Cleveland, and St. Louis. The following pairwise comparison matrix summarizes the preferences of the plant manager.
$$\begin{array} { | c | c | c | c | } \hline & \text { Detroit } & \text { Cleveland } & \text { St. Louis } \\\hline \text { Detroit } & 1 & 1 / 3 & 1 / 4 \\\hline \text { Cleveland } & 3 & 1 & 1 / 2 \\\hline \text { St. Louis } & 4 & 2 & 1 \\\hline\end{array}$$
Which choice does the decision maker prefer?

• A) Detroit
• B) Cleveland
• C) St. Louis
• D) Cleveland and St. Louis are equally preferred.

---

Definitions:

Political Issues

Topics or matters concerning the governance of a society, including policies, legislation, political ideologies, and public administration.

Watchdog

An individual or group that acts as a protector or guardian against illegal, unethical, or unfair practices, especially in public affairs.

Freedom Of The Press

The right to circulate opinions in print without censorship by the government, protected under the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

First Amendment

An integral part of the U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights that protects freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition the government.