Consider the System Composed of Four Processes Linked by a Conveyor

question 59

Multiple Choice

Consider the system composed of four processes linked by a conveyor belt.There is no storage between these processes pictured below and market demand of 50 units per hour drives the conveyor belt.Assume that no defective units are made.Which statement is best?

• A) There are about 18 units in the process at any given time.
• B) There is more actual time spent in Process 2 and Process 3 combined than in Process 1 and Process 4 combined.
• C) The flow rate through Process 1 is the highest.
• D) The flow rate through Process 4 is the highest.

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Definitions:

Institutionalized Rationality

A concept that refers to the accepted logic and reasoning embedded within institutions, guiding their structures and processes.

Decision-making

The process of making choices by identifying a decision, gathering information, and assessing alternative resolutions.

Rational Model

A decision-making model that involves logical reasoning and systematic analysis to choose the best course of action.

Decision-making

The cognitive process of selecting a course of action from among multiple alternatives.