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Demand-Driven Process Selection

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What is the key factor that guides the selection of an appropriate process?

The current market conditions and trends
The cost of equipment and machinery
The production volume and variety requirements (correct)
The availability of skilled workers

How are volume and variety related in process selection?

They are independent of each other and can vary independently
They are directly related, with higher volume requiring higher variety
They are not considered in process selection
They are inversely related, with higher volume requiring lower variety (correct)

What is the relationship between the need for flexibility and the level of variety in a process?

The need for flexibility is determined by factors other than variety
The need for flexibility is directly related to the level of variety (correct)
The need for flexibility is independent of the level of variety
The need for flexibility is inversely related to the level of variety

What is a key characteristic of a job shop process?

High flexibility using general-purpose equipment and skilled workers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential downside of a job shop process?

High setup times and costs (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does variety affect the need for equipment flexibility in a process?

Higher variety requires more general-purpose equipment (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the two key questions in process selection mentioned in the text?

To guide the selection of an appropriate process (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of a continuous process?

Steady, uninterrupted flow of a single product (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential advantage of a batch process compared to a job shop process?

Ability to produce higher volumes (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor that distinguishes a project-based process from the other process types mentioned?

The production of customized, one-off products or services (A) Signup and view all the answers

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