The Ability of the Production Process to Make Different Kinds

question 84

Multiple Choice

The ability of the production process to make different kinds of products and to adjust the volume of output is known as ________.

• A)quality control
• B)flexibility
• C)dependability
• D)innovation

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Definitions:

Natural Resources

Physical materials originating from the earth that are valuable and necessary for humans, including water, minerals, and forests.

Pacific Trade

Trade routes and economic exchanges across the Pacific Ocean, which play a significant role in global commerce, linking Asia with the Americas.

Comstock Lode

A significant discovery of silver ore made in Nevada in 1859, which sparked a silver rush and contributed to the development of the western United States.

Silver

A precious metal with high conductivity and malleability, widely used in jewelry, coins, and industrial applications.