Briefly describe each of the following priority rules:
a. FCFS
b. SPT
c. EDD
d. S/O
e. Rush

Why are priority rules needed?

. What problems not generally found in manufacturing systems do service systems present in terms
of scheduling the use of resources?

Explain forward and backward scheduling’s and each one’s advantage.

. How are scheduling and productivity related?

. What factors would you take into account in deciding whether to split a job?
Explain the term Markesan.