The six major objectives listed below are used by the British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority to evaluate new projects. Use this list to construct an objectives hierarchy by providing sub objectives and their respective attributes where appropriate. Also, estimate the “worst” and “best” levels for all of the factors at the lowest level of the hierarchy. 

1. Maximize the contribution to economic development. 

2. Act consistently with the public’s environmental values. 

3. Minimize detrimental health and safety impacts. 

4. Promote equitable business arrangements 

5. Maximize quality of service. 

6. Be recognized as public service oriented.

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TABLE 6 Attribute Price Gas mileage Type of fuel Aesthetic appeal Passengers Performance on road Ease of servicing Stereo system Headroom Storage space Domestic $8,100 25 mpg Gasoline 5 out of 10 4 Fair Excellent Poor Excellent Very good Alternative European $12,600 30 mpg Diesel 7 out of 10 6 Very good Very good Good Very good Excellent Japanese $10,300 35 mpg Gasoline 9 out of 10 4 Very good Good Excellent Poor Poor