In a Work Center, Machine a Has a 10-Minute Set-Up

question 14

Multiple Choice

In a work center, Machine A has a 10-minute set-up time per batch and a 2-minute per unit run time. Machine B performs the identical function but has a set-up time of 30 minutes and a 1-minute run time per unit. The work center makes products in batches ranging from 1 unit to 100 units. Assuming capacity is not a limitation on either Machine, in order to minimize the total processing time, on which batches should Machine B be used?

• A) All batches should be run on Machine B.
• B) Batches of more than 20 units should be run on Machine B.
• C) Batches of fewer than 80 units should be run on Machine B.
• D) Batches with up to 50 units should be run on Machine B.
• E) No batches should be run on Machine B.

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