The Construction Manager for ABC Construction Must Decide Whether to Build

question 18

Multiple Choice

The construction manager for ABC Construction must decide whether to build single family homes, apartments, or condominiums. He estimates annual profits (in $000) will vary with the population trend as follows:

What is his expected value of perfect information?

• A) $187,000
• B) $132,000
• C) $123,000
• D) $65,000
• E) $55,000

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