If the number of customers in the system is 10,the number of customers in the queue is 9,and the arrival rate is 2 customers per minute,determine the average customer service rate.
A)2 customers per minute
B)1 customer per minute
C)1.25 customers per minute
D)1.5 customers per minute

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The average customer service rate is equal to the arrival rate when the system is in a steady state. Since the arrival rate is 2 customers per minute, the service rate must also be 2 customers per minute to maintain equilibrium.

If the Number of Customers in the System Is 10,the