In Which of the Following Has LP Been Applied Successfully

question 49

Multiple Choice

In which of the following has LP been applied successfully?

• A)minimizing distance traveled by school buses carrying children
• B)minimizing 911 response time for police patrols
• C)minimizing labor costs for bank tellers while maintaining service levels
• D)determining the distribution system for multiple warehouses to multiple destinations
• E)all of the above

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Definitions:

Mechanistic Organization

A highly structured and efficient organization form, characterized by rigid hierarchies, clear roles, and centralized decision-making.

Status Quo

The current status or circumstances, typically used to denote a scenario that has not altered.

Organization Design

The process of shaping an organization's structure and roles to align with its strategy, goals, and culture to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Organizational Resistance

Refers to the pushback or opposition by employees or stakeholders within an organization against changes or new policies introduced by management.