In order to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of your distribution proces

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In order to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of your distribution process, you pilot tested two different scheduling methods for your truck drivers. You now plan to give a report on your findings. You have collected data on the number of delivery miles for each driver per day for each of the scheduling methods.

1. Compute the mean, median, mode, and standard deviation for Method 1.

2. Compute the mean, median, mode, and standard deviation for Method 2.

3. Calculate the coefficient of variation for Method 1.

4. Calculate the coefficient of variation for Method 2.

5. Create APA formatted tables to display the data.

6. Compose a written summary. Interpret the results of your data analysis. Explain why it is important to compute both the standard deviation and the coefficient of variation to compare the data. Interpret your findings. Provide an evaluation of both methods that can be used for business decision-making. (75-100 words)

Day Method 1 Method 2 1 14 26 2 11 5 3 19 9 4 6 6 5 10 14

Explanation / Answer

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coefficient of variation for Method 1 = 40.40%

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coefficient of variation for Method 2 = 71.44%

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from the above summary data we conclude that the variation of Method 1 is less than the variation in Method 2. Also coefficient of variation for Method 1 less than yo the coefficient of variation for Method 2. Hence Method 1 is more efficient than the Method 2.

Mean Median Mode standard deviation Method 1 12 11 0 4.85

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