Which One of the Following Statements About Maintenance Is true

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements about maintenance is true?

• A) The optimal degree of preventive maintenance is associated with zero breakdowns.
• B) Breakdown maintenance is proactive.
• C) Preventive maintenance is reactive.
• D) Preventive maintenance is limited to keeping machinery and equipment running.
• E) Human resources are a major component of effective maintenance management.

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Definitions:

Flawed Decisions

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Propinquity

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Collectivist Society

A society that emphasizes communal goals, cooperation, and the welfare of the group over individual interests.

Tendency to Conform

The inclination of individuals to adjust their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors in agreement with social norms or group standards.