A Work Cell Is Required to Make 140 Computerized Diagnostic

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Essay

A work cell is required to make 140 computerized diagnostic assemblies (for installation into hybrid automobiles)each day.The cell currently works an eight hour shift,of which seven hours is available for productive work.These assemblies require five operations.Standard times for these operations are: Operation A,3.0 minutes,B,1.8 minutes,C,2.4 minutes,D,2.5 minutes,and E,1.4 minutes.
(a)What is takt time for this cell?
(b)How many workers will be needed to achieve this schedule?

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Definitions:

Reasonable Time

A legal term referring to a period of time that is fairly appropriate under the circumstances to perform a particular act or fulfill a duty.

Revoke Acceptance

The right of a party to reject goods or services previously accepted, typically due to the discovery of defects or the nonconformity of the goods or services with contractual terms.

Nonconforming Goods

Products that fail to meet the quality, design specifications, or performance standards as outlined in a purchase contract.

Difficulty of Discovering

Refers to the challenges inherent in uncovering or identifying certain facts or truths, often used in legal contexts regarding the complexity of uncovering evidence.