The First Unit of a Product Took 832 Hours to Build

question 46

Multiple Choice

The first unit of a product took 832 hours to build, and the learning curve is 75%. How long will it take to make the 10th unit? (Use at least three decimals in the exponent if you use the logarithmic approach.)

• A) less than 250 hours
• B) from 251 to 275 hours
• C) from 276 to 300 hours
• D) from 301 to 325 hours
• E) 325 or more hours

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Definitions:

Value Chain

A series of activities that a company performs to create value for its customers, from product design to post-sale service.

Location Economies

The cost advantages gained by a business due to its geographical position, often influencing its competitiveness.

Meganational Strategy

A business strategy that emphasizes operating and competing in multiple countries as one global market.

Avoids Adaptation

a strategy where a business does not significantly alter its product or services to accommodate different cultural or market requirements in its expansion or operations.