Which of the Following Is Not a Priority Rule Used

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a priority rule used to schedule the sequence of jobs in a production operation?

• A) First-come, first-served
• B) Shortest operating time
• C) Last-in, first-out
• D) Critical ratio
• E) Slack-time-remaining per operation

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Definitions:

Regressive Tax

A tax that takes a larger percentage of income from low-income earners than from high-income earners, essentially burdening the poor more than the rich.

Proportional Tax

A proportional tax is a tax system where the tax rate remains constant regardless of the amount subject to taxation, meaning individuals pay the same percentage of their income regardless of income level.

Regressive Tax

A tax imposed in such a manner that the tax rate decreases as the amount subject to taxation increases, disproportionately affecting those with lower income.

Average Tax Rate

The ratio of total taxes paid to the total taxable income, reflecting the percentage of income that goes to taxes.