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Author: Tucker, Irvin B.
Publisher: Cengage,
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Assume 1.5 tons of input (i.e., rough lumber) is required to produce 1 ton of custom
cabinetry. Additionally, assume the ton-mile freight rate for finished cabinetry is $0.5
whereas the ton-mile freight rate for rough lumber is $0.25.
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Is cabinet mfg. weight losing or weight gaining? Briefly explain.
What explains the relatively high ton-mile shipping cost for finished
cabinets?
Should a cabinet manufacturer locate next to its inputs or market? Explain
with the aid of a diagram depicting procurement, distribution costs, and total
transportation costs.
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Transcribed Image Text:3. Assume 1.5 tons of input (i.e., rough lumber) is required to produce 1 ton of custom cabinetry. Additionally, assume the ton-mile freight rate for finished cabinetry is $0.5 whereas the ton-mile freight rate for rough lumber is $0.25. • Is cabinet mfg. weight losing or weight gaining? Briefly explain. What explains the relatively high ton-mile shipping cost for finished cabinets? Should a cabinet manufacturer locate next to its inputs or market? Explain with the aid of a diagram depicting procurement, distribution costs, and total transportation costs.
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