In the First Half of the Nineteenth Century,why Did Cotton

question 81

Short Answer

In the first half of the nineteenth century,why did cotton become the major economic crop of the American South?

Comprehend the role of technology in achieving organizational outputs.

Understand the purpose and impact of flexible manufacturing systems and design for disassembly.

Differentiate between various trends in manufacturing technology (e.g., remanufacturing, cellular layouts).

Recognize the significance of technology in enhancing production efficiency and innovation (lean production, mass customization).

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Definitions:

Output Increases

A situation where a firm or economy produces a greater quantity of goods or services.

Total Variable Cost

The sum of expenses that vary directly with the level of production output, excluding any fixed costs.

Marginal Cost

The additional cost incurred from producing one more unit of a product or service.

Decreasing Rate

A situation where the rate of growth or progression reduces over time.