Operations Management Is Part of a Production System That Can

question 55

Multiple Choice

Operations management is part of a production system that can be described in the following manner: Organization: inputs→processes→outputs.
Which one of the following correctly describes a production system?

• A) Airline: pilots→planes→transportation
• B) Bank: tellers→computer equipment→deposits
• C) Furniture manufacturer: wood→sanding→chair
• D) Telephone company: satellites→cables→communication

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Definitions:

Approach-Inhibition Model

A psychological theory suggesting that power increases an individual's tendency to approach positive stimuli and outcomes, while reducing their perception of risks.

Teachers

Educators or instructors who facilitate learning for students, typically in a school, college, or university setting.

Students

Individuals enrolled in an educational institution for the purpose of learning.

Power Tactics

Strategies or actions used by individuals or groups to influence or control others in the pursuit of personal or collective objectives.