Question: In a P system, the lead time for a box of weed-killer is three weeks and the review period is one week. Demand during the

In a P system, the lead time for a box of weed-killer is three weeks and the review period is one week. Demand during the protection interval averages 247 boxes, with a standard deviation of demand during the protection interval of 60 boxes.

a. What is the cycle-service level when the target inventory is set at 300 boxes? Refer to the standard normal table as needed.

The cycle-service level is 81.1%

b. In the fall season, demand for weed-killer decreases but also becomes more highly variable. Assume that during the fall season, demand during the protection interval is expected to decrease to 190 boxes, but with a standard deviation of demand during the protection interval of 70 boxes.

What would be the cycle-service level if management keeps the target inventory level set at 300 boxes? Refer to the standard normal table as needed.

The cycle-service level would be _____enter your response here%. (Enter your response rounded to two decimal places.)

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