The Fourth Point in Deming's 14 Points Is to Stop

question 36

Multiple Choice

The fourth point in Deming's 14 points is to Stop Making Decisions Purely on the Basis of Cost.All of the following statements relate to the point EXCEPT:

• A)Inspection should be used as an information-gathering tool for improvement.
• B)Establish long-term relationships with fewer suppliers.
• C)Direct costs associated with poor quality materials far exceed the cost "savings" perceived by purchasing.
• D)Constantly changing suppliers solely on the basis of price increases the variation in the material supplied to production.

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