When a Push System Is Replaced by a Pull System

question 97

Multiple Choice

When a push system is replaced by a pull system, with smaller lot sizes, many benefits can be realized. Which one of the following statements correctly represents one of these benefits?

• A) Only simple planning systems are required.
• B) More space is required to keep the increased amount of WIP inventory.
• C) The inventory level is increased to protect the system from the uncertainty in demand.
• D) Cycle time will be increased, resulting in higher machine utilization.

Know how to report and interpret the results of a z-test.

Understand how to calculate and interpret critical values for hypothesis testing.

Grasp the variability metrics for individual scores and sample means.

Understand the factors contributing to job dissatisfaction.

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Definitions:

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Lung Cancer Death Rates

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