There Are Four Resources and Four Jobs to Be Done

question 76

Multiple Choice

There are four resources and four jobs to be done. The time required for each resource to do each job is as follows: $$\begin{array} { c } \quad \quad \quad \quad { \text { Job (Hours) } } \\\begin{array} { l c c c c } \text { Resource } & \mathrm { A } & \mathrm { B } & \mathrm { C } & \mathrm { D } \\\hline 1 & 5 & 8 & 7 & 7 \\2 & 4 & 9 & 5 & 9 \\3 & 6 & 9 & 8 & 7 \\4 & 7 & 6 & 6 & 9\end{array}\end{array}$$ After the row and column reductions, what is the minimum number of lines needed to cover all of the zeroes?

• A) 0 lines
• B) 1 line
• C) 2 lines
• D) 3 lines
• E) 4 lines

---

Definitions:

Critical Steps

Essential actions or stages that must be completed to achieve a successful outcome in a process or operation.

Job Enrichment

Enhancing a job by adding more meaningful tasks and duties to make the work more rewarding or satisfying.

Career Launch

The initiation phase of one's professional journey, often involving the first significant job or position in a chosen field.

No Experience

Refers to a lack of previous involvement or knowledge in a specific area or task.