Which of the Following Is FALSE Regarding the Links Between

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is FALSE regarding the links between JIT and quality?

• A) Inventory hides bad quality; JIT immediately exposes it.
• B) JIT reduces the number of potential sources of error by shrinking queues and lead times.
• C) As quality improves, fewer inventory buffers are needed; in turn, JIT performs better.
• D) If consistent quality exists, JIT allows firms to reduce all costs associated with inventory.
• E) JIT increases the cost of obtaining good quality.

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