Which of the Following Is True of a Lean Manufacturing

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of a lean manufacturing system?

• A)It results in a major reduction of inventories and productivity.
• B)It helps to increase efficiency by allowing a minimum tolerable level of defects in products.
• C)It allows managers to maximize customer value but results in increased manufacturing costs.
• D)It allows managers to eliminate waste, reduce costs, and reduce lead times.

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