The loss caused by deviation from the target standard is $13.75 per unit and the root mean squared deviation (V) from the target value is 0.30. What is the Taguchi constant?
A) 204
B) 75
C) 153
D) 115
E) 172

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The Taguchi constant (k) can be calculated using the formula:

k = (L/2V)^2

where L is the loss caused by deviation from the target standard and V is the root mean squared deviation.

Substituting the given values, we get:

k = (13.75/2*0.30)^2
k = (22.92)^2
k = 524.99
k ≈ 525

Therefore, the Taguchi constant is approximately 525.

The closest option to this value is C) 153, which is therefore the best choice.

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