Which One of the Following Statements Is TRUE

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) Increased market segmentation and technological advances mandate long development cycles.
• B) Recent trends are for manufacturing firms not to involve operations until the final design stage has been reached.
• C) The process of concurrent engineering requires design engineers, manufacturing specialists, and marketers to work jointly in designing a product and selecting a production process.
• D) Firms like Ford and Honda found that the concept of concurrent engineering is not cost effective.

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Definitions:

Plain Meaning

A principle in legal interpretation that when the words of a statute are clear, they should be applied according to their natural and ordinary meaning.

Statutory Interpretation

The process by which courts read and apply statutes, often involving the examination of the language, context, and intent behind the legislation.

Ambiguity

A lack of clarity or certainty in meaning in language, often leading to confusion or multiple interpretations.

Natural Law Defense

A legal argument grounded in the belief that certain laws are inherent or universal and can serve as a justification or defense for actions in legal proceedings.