Questions from Management Science


Q: James Banks was standing in line next to Robin Cole at Klecko’s

James Banks was standing in line next to Robin Cole at Klecko’s Copy Center, waiting to use one of the copy machines. “Gee, Robin, I hate this,” h...

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Q: The Americo Oil Company is considering making a bid for a shale

The Americo Oil Company is considering making a bid for a shale oil development contract to be awarded by the federal government. The company has decided to bid $112 million. The company estimates tha...

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Q: The machine shop owner in Problem 17 is considering hiring a military

The machine shop owner in Problem 17 is considering hiring a military consultant to ascertain whether the shop will get the government contract. The consultant is a former military officer who uses va...

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Q: The Miramar Company in Problem 20 is considering contracting with a market

The Miramar Company in Problem 20 is considering contracting with a market research firm to do a survey to determine future market conditions. The results of the survey will indicate either positive o...

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Q: A farmer in Georgia must decide which crop to plant next year

A farmer in Georgia must decide which crop to plant next year on his land: corn, peanuts, or soybeans. The return from each crop will be determined by whether a new trade bill with Russia passes the S...

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Q: Refer to Problem 43. Volkswagen considers hiring a consultant. If

Refer to Problem 43. Volkswagen considers hiring a consultant. If a consultant helps Volkswagen by giving perfect information, what is the expected value of perfect information?

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Q: Jeffrey Mogul is a Hollywood film producer, and he is currently

Jeffrey Mogul is a Hollywood film producer, and he is currently evaluating a script by a new screenwriter and director, Betty Jo Thurston. Jeffrey knows that the probability of a film by a new directo...

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Q: In Problems 10 and 23, Ann Tyler is considering hiring a

In Problems 10 and 23, Ann Tyler is considering hiring a financial analyst to help her determine the best investment. What is the maximum amount she should pay an analyst?

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Q: If Suntrek, in Problem 36, wants to hire a supply

If Suntrek, in Problem 36, wants to hire a supply chain analyst to help it determine more accurately what future logistics costs will be, what is the maximum amount they should pay the analyst?

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Q: Tech is playing State in the last conference game of the season

Tech is playing State in the last conference game of the season. Tech is trailing State 21 to 14, with 7 seconds left in the game, when Tech scores a touchdown. Still trailing 21 to 20, Tech can eithe...

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