Deming Advocated Continuous Process Improvement to Reduce Variability and Achieve

question 91

True/False

Deming advocated continuous process improvement to reduce variability and achieve conformance to design specifications.

Comprehend the internal rate of return (IRR) and its implications for investment decisions.

Recognize the limitations and potential pitfalls of using the IRR and PI for mutually exclusive investments.

Understand the concept of the crossover rate and its relevance in comparing mutually exclusive projects.

Learn about the arbitrary cutoff numbers used in accounting rate of return (AAR) and payback methods.

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