The Japanese Term for Leveling Out the Workload or Smoothing

question 60

Multiple Choice

The Japanese term for leveling out the workload or smoothing production is ______.

• A)kaizen
• B)jidoka
• C)poke yoke
• D)heijunka

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Definitions:

Current Assets

Assets that are expected to be converted into cash, sold, or consumed within one year or within the normal operating cycle.

Discounted Note

A type of debt instrument that is sold or redeemed for less than its face value but whose actual value matures to the full face amount at a later date.

Face Value

The nominal or original value stated on a financial instrument, such as a bond or stock certificate.

Gross Pay

The total amount of money earned by an employee before any deductions or taxes are taken out.