Which of the Following Consequences of Lean Production Has Been

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following consequences of lean production has been more consistently harmful to workers than the others listed?

• A) the elimination of health and pension benefits
• B) the introduction of new technologies
• C) the reduction of waste in the production process
• D) continual identification of and reduction in the costs of production

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Definitions:

Joint Ventures

Business arrangements where two or more parties agree to pool their resources for the purpose of accomplishing a specific task.

Government Regulations

Rules and statutes set by governments to control the way businesses can operate within their jurisdiction.

Large Investments

Substantial allocations of capital or resources toward projects, assets, or ventures with an expectation of future returns.

Shareholders

Individuals or entities that own shares in a corporation, giving them certain rights and a stake in the company's performance.