Christine Defines "Economy" in a Manufacturing Context as Avoiding

question 98

Multiple Choice

Christine defines "economy" in a manufacturing context as avoiding

• A) Diseconomies of scale.
• B) Diseconomies of scope.
• C) Economies of scale.
• D) Economies of scope.
• E) Economies of size.

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Definitions:

Sensors

Devices that detect and respond to some type of input from the physical environment, such as temperature, light, pressure, etc.

Electric Brake

A device that uses electrical energy to apply mechanical resistance for slowing or stopping motion.

Servo Motor

A specialized motor designed to provide precise control of angular or linear position, velocity, and acceleration.

Control Valve

A valve used to regulate the flow of a fluid by varying the size of the flow passage as directed by a signal from a controller.