Question

When several systems operate in parallel, total system capacity is the largest value of the individual system capacities. a. True b. False

Answer 1

Answer:

b. False

Explanation:

It is the opposite, when several systems operate in parallel, total system capacity is the lowest value of the individual system capacities.

For e.g., sectors A, B and C operate in parallel. Sector A can handle 100 units per hour, sector B can handle 150 units per hour and sector C can handle 75 units per hour. The system's capacity is 75 units per hour. If you want to operate at 100 units per hour, a queue will in sector C.