Problem
A manufacturer has decided to locate a new factory in northwestern United States to serve growing demand in that market. They have narrowed the potential sites down to two finalists, City A and City B. They have developed a list of important factors to consider in selecting a site, and rated each as shown in the following table.
| FACTOR |
CITY A |
CITY B |
| Utility rates |
100 |
115 |
| Availability of skilled labor |
78 |
75 |
| Tax rates |
35 |
41 |
| Transportation |
45 |
38 |
| Proximity to suppliers |
35 |
34 |
| Quality of life |
15 |
16 |
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| Based on this data, which city appears to be the better choice? |
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CityB |
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City A |
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They are equally attractive |
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There is insufficient information provided to answer this question |
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