The Direct Labour Time Required to Produce the First Sailboat

question 125

Multiple Choice

The direct labour time required to produce the first sailboat of a particular model was 3000 hours. If the company believes that an 80% learning curve applies to the production of this model sailboat then the direct labour time required to produce the 2^nd boat is estimated to be

• A) 600 hours.
• B) 2,400 hours.
• C) 3,600 hours.
• D) 4,000 hours.

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Definitions:

Occupational Stress

Stress experienced as a result of job-related duties and pressures, which can lead to psychological and physical health issues.

Affective

Relating to moods, feelings, and attitudes; usually describes aspects of emotion or emotional responses.

Physical Exhaustion

A state of extreme physical fatigue resulting from excessive workload, stress, or lack of rest, often leading to reduced performance and health issues.

Emotional Exhaustion

A state of feeling emotionally drained or depleted as a result of accumulated stress from personal or work life.