Which of the Following Is Not a Point of Difference

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a point of difference between lean manufacturing and traditional manufacturing processes?

• A) Traditional systems focus on cost reduction, while lean emphasizes meeting customer demand with short lead times.
• B) Traditional systems tend to motivate reductions in inventory holdings, while lean focuses on reducing idle time.
• C) Lean production systems are characterized by demand-pull, while traditional systems "push" production to meet forecasted demand.
• D) Lean systems focus on reducing setup times (to maximize manufacturing flexibility), while traditional manufacturing focuses on a reduction in the number of setups (to reduce setup costs).

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Definitions:

Unconscious Impulses

Unconscious impulses are desires or motivations that influence an individual's thoughts and actions without their conscious awareness.

Attributing

Attributing involves assigning a cause or reason to an event or behavior, often relating to explaining why something happened.

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies employed unconsciously to protect oneself from anxiety or social sanctions and to manage emotional conflicts.

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an individual behaves in a way directly opposed to their actual feelings or desires, often to hide those feelings.