Which of the Following Is Not a Step in Developing

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a step in developing a manufacturing cell layout?

• A)Grouping parts into families that follow a common sequence of steps
• B)Identifying dominant flow patterns of parts families as a basis for location of processes
• C)Physically grouping machines and processes into cells
• D)Disposing of leftover machinery and outsourcing ungrouped processes
• E)None of these

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Possible Gains

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Error Management Theory

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Self-determination Theory

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Reactance Theory

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