Queueing Theory (M/M/1)

Calculate queue metrics. Formula: L = λ/(μ-λ); Wq = λ/[μ(μ-λ)]. M/M/1 queue analysis. Educational reference.

Formula

L = λ/(μ-λ); Lq = λ²/[μ(μ-λ)]

λ=10, μ=12

Inputs
  • Arrival Rate (λ/hour): 10
  • Service Rate (μ/hour): 12

L ≈ 5, Lq ≈ 4.17

Frequently asked questions

Unstable?
If λ ≥ μ, queue grows indefinitely