A Line-Balancing Solution Has Been Developed for the Assembly Line

question 65

Multiple Choice

A line-balancing solution has been developed for the assembly line for fertilizer spreaders at Green Grass, Inc. The desired output rate of 30 spreaders per hour will be achieved. The sum of times for all tasks performed on the line is 1200 seconds for each spreader assembled. Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) The cycle time is 30 seconds per spreader.
• B) The theoretical minimum number of workstations is 10.
• C) If the solution calls for 12 stations, the efficiency is 90%.
• D) If the solution calls for 11 stations, the efficiency is 80%.

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Definitions:

Work Flow Analysis

The study of the business processes and activities involved in completing a specific task or project to increase efficiency.

Work Processes

The sequence of tasks or activities that are undertaken in the pursuit of achieving a work-related goal or producing a specific outcome.

Inputs

The resources, information, or materials used in a process to produce outputs.

Raw Materials

Basic materials that are used in the production of goods, finished products, or intermediate materials that are feedstock for future finished products.