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Please answer the following questions.



1

The objective of location analysis is to identify, the best possible location.
A)True
B)False
2

Criteria for making a location decision can depend on where an organization is in the supply chain.
A)True
B)False
3

The sum of factor weights in a rating scale can be greater than 100%.
A)True
B)False
4

A break-even point in location analysis is a case where two different locations have the same total cost.
A)True
B)False
5

It is more important for a service facility to be near the potential market than for a production facility.
A)True
B)False
6

Companies that use multiple plant strategies may have plants devoted to specific products, specific markets, or specific processes.
A)True
B)False
7

In choosing one of a set of location alternatives based on a factor rating scale, the scale usually does not solely reflect dollar differences in costs between the various alternatives.
A)True
B)False
8

The center of gravity method is used to minimize distribution costs.
A)True
B)False
9

Manufacturers tend to take a cost focus, whereas service and retail firms tend to take a revenue focus in making location decisions.
A)True
B)False







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