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C.7 In Solved Problem C.1 (page 740), Williams Auto Top Carriers proposed opening a new plant in either New Orleans or Houston. Management found that the total system cost (of production plus distribution) would be $20,000 for the New Orleans site. What would be the total cost if Williams opened a plant in Houston? At which of the two proposed loca- tions (New Orleans or Houston) should Williams open the new facility? PX C.8 The Donna Mosier Clothing Group owns factories in three towns (W. Y, and Z), which distribute to three retail dress shops in three other cities (A, B, and C). The following table sum- marizes factory availabilities, projected store demands, and unit shipping costs: Factory availability B 35 50 To Dress Shop Dress Shop Dress Shop From A . $4 $3 $3 Factory W $6 $7 $6 Factory Y $8 $2 $5 Factory Z Store 30 demand 40 65 50 135 d SO a is a) Complete the analysis, determining the optimal solution for shipping at the Mosier Clothing Group. b) How do you know whether it is optimal or not? PX Cintain Borders Corp. manufacturers fishing equip- lont in Los Angeles and at er