To Measure Controllable Production Inefficiencies,which of the Following Is the Best

question 60

Multiple Choice

To measure controllable production inefficiencies,which of the following is the best basis for a company to use in establishing the standard hours allowed for the output of one unit of product?

• A) Average historical performance for the last several years.
• B) Engineering estimates based on ideal performance.
• C) Engineering estimates based on attainable performance.
• D) The hours per unit that would be required for the present workforce to satisfy expected demand over the long run.

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Definitions:

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