A Production Line Is to Be Designed for a Job

question 101

Multiple Choice

A production line is to be designed for a job with three tasks. The task times are 0.4 minutes, 1.2 minutes, and 0.5 minutes. The maximum cycle time in minutes is

• A)0.4.
• B)0.5.
• C)1.2.
• D)2.1.
• E)0.7.

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Definitions:

Compensating Differential

A variation in pay or wages that arises to compensate workers for differences in the desirability of a job, such as working conditions or job location.

Labor Markets

The supply and demand for labor, where employers seek workers and individuals seek employment.

Discrimination

Unfair treatment of individuals based on race, gender, age, or other characteristics rather than on merit or qualifications.

Compensating Differential

Additional wage or benefit that compensates workers for unpleasant aspects of a job, such as risks or undesirable location.