Comparing Ourselves to Others Who Are Performing Better Than We

question 29

Multiple Choice

Comparing ourselves to others who are performing better than we are ___,but comparing ourselves to others who are performing worse than we are ___.

• A)gives us hope;raises our self-esteem
• B)raises our self-esteem;gives us hope
• C)is downward social comparison;is upward social comparison
• D)is healthy;is unhealthy

Recognize the role of employee empowerment in the Toyota Production System.

Understand the requirements and effects of implementing a kanban system.

Identify the key characteristics and goals of Lean operations, JIT, and the Toyota Production System (TPS).

Recognize the benefits and challenges of JIT partnerships with suppliers.