The minimum number of workstations depends upon the set of task times and the precedence chart, but not the number of units scheduled.

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The minimum number of workstations is influenced by the cycle time, which is determined by the production time available divided by the number of units scheduled. Therefore, the number of units scheduled does affect the minimum number of workstations needed.

The Minimum Number of Workstations Depends Upon the Set of Task