The equations provided in the textbook for computing operating characteristics apply to a waiting line operating
A)at start-up
B)at steady-state
C)under optimal conditions
D)in transition

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The equations for operating characteristics, such as average waiting time and average queue length, are based on the assumption that the system is in a steady-state. In other words, the system has reached a state where the arrival rate and service rate have stabilized and there are no significant fluctuations in the number of customers in the system. Therefore, the best choice is B - at steady-state.

The Equations Provided in the Textbook for Computing Operating Characteristics