A Production Process Is Known to Produce a Particular Item

question 64

Multiple Choice

A production process is known to produce a particular item in such a way that 5 percent of these are defective.If two items are randomly selected as they come off the production line,what is the probability that the second item will be defective?

• A)0.05
• B)0.005
• C)0.18
• D)0.20
• E)None of the above

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Definitions:

Standard Pounds

A measurement unit used to standardize or reference weight in the production or processing of materials.

Labor Quantity Standard

The predetermined amount of labor time expected to be consumed during the production of a good or service.

Downtime

The period during which an asset or system is not operational or productive, often due to maintenance or repair.

Cleanup

The process of making something orderly or presentable by removing or fixing errors, discrepancies, or unnecessary elements.