The Total Quality Management Philosophy Emphasizes That ________

question 10

Multiple Choice

The total quality management philosophy emphasizes that ________.

• A) separate teams of experts should inspect products or services for defects or errors after completion
• B) empowered employees will take responsibility for their individual output as well as that of the whole organization
• C) operations management is a specialized function without organizational or strategic importance
• D) organizations should operate at the maximum capacities at all times

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Definitions:

Vertical Exaggeration

A scale manipulation technique used in topographical maps or models to emphasize the vertical features by increasing their height relative to the horizontal aspects.

Permeability

The ability of a material, such as rock or soil, to allow fluids to pass through it, important in determining the movement of water and hydrocarbons in the Earth.

Water Table

The upper surface of the zone of saturation in the ground where soil or rocks are permanently saturated with water.

Topography

The arrangement of natural and artificial physical features of an area, including its relief, and the position of these features.