Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Standardization in Product

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of standardization in product and service design?

• A)Increased number of items held in inventory
• B)Increased training costs
• C)Decreased expenditures on perfecting designs
• D)Decreased product variety
• E)Economies of scale

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