Some Supply Managers Argue That Implementation of Many New Manufacturing

question 34

Multiple Choice

Some supply managers argue that implementation of many new manufacturing techniques necessitates _______________________.

• A) a reduction in the number of suppliers
• B) choosing suppliers more carefully
• C) switching to multiple supply sources
• D) negotiating delivery terms more favorable to the company
• E) insisting on JIT deliveries

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Definitions:

MAOA

A gene that encodes the enzyme monoamine oxidase A, involved in breaking down neurotransmitters in the brain.

Warrior Gene

colloquially refers to a variant of the MAOA gene linked in some studies to aggressive behavior, though its effects are influenced by environmental factors.

Culture of Honor

A culture where personal or family reputation is extremely important and actions that threaten that reputation can lead to extreme reactions to restore honor.

Scots-Irish Herders

A group of people of Scottish and Irish ancestry, particularly those who settled in the Appalachian regions of the United States and were known for their herding skills.