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Time study results in less detail about the time taken for a given task than work sampling does. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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A flow process chart reveals the overall sequence of operations by focusing on the movement of materials on an assembly line. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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Job enrichment is otherwise known as vertical loading. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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The standard time for an activity is usually less than its normal time. |
| | A) | True |
| | B) | False |
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The symbols of a flow process chart stand for: |
| | A) | inspection, delay, transportation, storage, operation. |
| | B) | transportation loaded, search, grasp, store, perform operation. |
| | C) | release, transport. store, grasp, search. |
| | D) | circle, arrow, pentagon, square, triangle. |
| | E) | none of the above choices is correct. |
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Analysis of therbligs is most closely related to: |
| | A) | methods analysis. |
| | B) | simo chart. |
| | C) | learning effect. |
| | D) | motion study. |
| | E) | all of the above choices are correct. |
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Among the following, all are advantages of specialization except: |
| | A) | simplifies training |
| | B) | difficult to motivate quality |
| | C) | high productivity |
| | D) | relatively low wages |
| | E) | all are advantages |
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Which one of the following statements concerning work sampling is not true? |
| | A) | Observations are made at random intervals. |
| | B) | A detailed description of activities is obtained. |
| | C) | Multiple observations are necessary. |
| | D) | It can be used to estimate the percentage of delay. |
| | E) | There is little or no disruption of work. |
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The need for methods analysis might come from any of these sources except: |
| | A) | changes in seasonal demand. |
| | B) | changes in product design. |
| | C) | new products or services. |
| | D) | government regulations. |
| | E) | changes in tools and equipment. |
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When performing a time study, the analyst converts the observed time into the time an "average" worker would require working at an acceptable pace by using which of the following? |
| | A) | allowance factors |
| | B) | MTM |
| | C) | methods analysis |
| | D) | performance rating |
| | E) | analysis of therbligs |
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Which of the following statements should not characterize an operations strategy toward the design of work systems? |
| | A) | Manufacturing technology is the heart of a business. |
| | B) | Workers can make or break a business. |
| | C) | Workers can be a valuable source of insights. |
| | D) | A spirit of cooperation can contribute to success. |
| | E) | Workers can be proud and respected. |
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