Priority rules generally assume that job setup cost is independent of the processing sequence of jobs.

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Priority rules for job sequencing, such as First Come, First Served (FCFS) or Shortest Processing Time (SPT), typically assume that the setup cost or time for a job is not affected by the order in which jobs are processed. This simplification allows for easier scheduling without the need to consider the complexities of sequence-dependent setup times or costs.

Priority Rules Generally Assume That Job Setup Cost Is Independent