A Queuing Model Which Follows the M/M/1 Assumptions Has λ

question 78

Multiple Choice

A queuing model which follows the M/M/1 assumptions has λ = 2 and μ = 3. The average waiting time in the system is

• A) 2/3
• B) 1
• C) 1.5
• D) 2
• E) 6

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