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In situations where a transportation or assignment model shows that a specific factory or location should not be utilized, due to the high cost associated with the location, should the location be shut down? Should cost be the only factor considered in making a decision of this type? What would you recommend?

From the text: Render, B., Stair, R. M., Hanna, M. E., & Hale, T. S. (2015). (12th ed.). Pearson. Chapter 9 - Transportation, Assignment, and Network Models.

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