The Operations Manager for a Local Bus Company Wants to Decide

question 15

Multiple Choice

The operations manager for a local bus company wants to decide whether he should purchase a small, medium, or large new bus for his company. He estimates that the annual profits (in $000) will vary depending upon whether passenger demand is low, moderate, or high, as follows.

What is his expected value of perfect information?

• A) $15,000
• B) $61,000
• C) $69,000
• D) $72,000
• E) $87,000

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