Numerical Test Question 96 – Effective border lane throughput
Scenario
Three inspection areas operate several vehicle lanes. The normal throughput is reduced by planned downtime during each shift.
| Area | Lanes | Hours open | Vehicles per lane per hour | Downtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 3 | 6 | 30 | 10% |
| B | 2 | 7 | 32 | 12.5% |
| C | 4 | 5 | 25 | 4% |
Question
Which area has the highest effective throughput per hour across all of its lanes, and how many more vehicles per hour is this than the next highest area?
- A. Area A – 25 vehicles
- B. Area C – 40 vehicles
- C. Area C – 15 vehicles
- D. Area B – 15 vehicles
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Correct answer: C. Area C – 15 vehicles
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