Question 1

FMS allows a company to combine ____ into a single system.

Accepted Answer

FMS stands for Flexible Manufacturing System, which is a system that uses computer-controlled machines to produce parts and products. FMS allows a company to integrate robotics and computer systems into a single system for manufacturing. Therefore, option C is the correct answer.

Question 2

Texaco uses a synthetic process when it refines crude oil.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Texaco uses a synthetic process when it...

Question 3

Form utility is created by converting raw materials, people, finances, and information into finished products.

Accepted Answer

Form utility refers to the value that is added to raw materials, people or other inputs by converting them into finished products. This conversion process typically involves a combination of manufacturing, creative design, processing, or assembly. Therefore, the statement is true.

Question 4

All the activities managers engage in to produce goods and services are called operations management.

Accepted Answer

Operations management is the set of activities that create goods and services by transforming inputs into outputs. It involves activities such as planning, organizing, directing, and controlling resources (such as people, materials, machines, and money) to achieve organizational goals.

Question 5

Deere and Company, the maker of John Deere tractors, was one of the first firms to combine robotics and computer-integrated manufacturing. By doing this, it achieved more efficiently utilized facilities and greater flexibility in production. The method of production that has given Deere these tremendous improvements in operations is known as

Accepted Answer

The method of production that Deere and Company implemented, which combines robotics and computer-integrated manufacturing, is known as flexible manufacturing. This allowed for more efficient use of facilities and greater flexibility in production. The other options listed (A-D) do not accurately describe this method of production.

Question 6

Nancy Malone works for a California-based computer manufacturer. According to Nancy, the time required to develop a new product has decreased because of the increased use of ____ software.

Accepted Answer

According to the statement, the increased use of software has led to a decrease in the time required to develop a new product. Out of the given options, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software is widely used in the product development process to create detailed engineering drawings and 3D models. Therefore, CAD is the best choice for the answer.

Question 7

To regain market share, many American firms have lowered quality standards.

Accepted Answer

Lowering quality standards is not a sustainable strategy for regaining market share as it can damage the reputation and trust of the brand among consumers. Instead, firms should focus on improving quality and innovation to differentiate themselves from competitors.

Question 8

Liz Claiborne, Inc. has a system that combines the use of computers to aid in the development of products and the use of computers to plan and control manufacturing processes. What is this combined system called?

Accepted Answer

The combination of computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) is known as computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM). This system allows for seamless communication between design and manufacturing, resulting in more efficient and accurate production. Flexible marketing and computer robotics are not relevant to this scenario.

Question 9

Robotics is the use of programmable machines to perform a variety of tasks by manipulating

Accepted Answer

Robotics involves the use of programmable machines to manipulate materials and tools to perform a variety of tasks. A, B, C, and E are not accurate descriptions of robotics.

Question 10

Productivity is the

Accepted Answer

Productivity is the measure of the average level of output per worker. It is calculated by dividing the total output by the total number of workers. The other answer choices do not accurately reflect the definition of productivity.

Question 11

After World War II, the United States became the most productive country in the world.

Accepted Answer

This is true. After World War II, the United States experienced a period of economic growth and became the most productive country in the world. This period is often referred to as the "post-war boom" or "Golden Age of Capitalism."

Question 12

Automation is expected to do all of the following except

Accepted Answer

Automation is not expected to decrease productivity, but rather increase it by reducing errors, simplifying procedures, and increasing efficiency.

Question 13

Jennifer is a manager in a circuit manufacturing plant. A portion of the production process is extremely tedious and repetitive, and employees tend to become bored and careless when performing this task. What alternative could make this repetitive task quicker and less susceptible to error?

Accepted Answer

Robotics can take over the tedious and repetitive task, making it quicker and less susceptible to error without being bored or careless like human employees.

Question 14

In order to compete in the global economy, U.S. firms have focused on increasing prices and improving the bottom-line profit amount.

Accepted Answer

In order to compete in the global economy, U.S. firms have actually focused on reducing costs and increasing efficiency rather than increasing prices. Improving profitability is important, but this is often achieved through cost-cutting measures such as outsourcing and automation, rather than through increasing prices.

Question 15

When manufacturing a product like a computer or an automobile, planning takes place both before anything is produced and during the production process.

Accepted Answer

Planning is critical in the manufacturing process, and it occurs both before production starts and during the production process. Before any production begins, planning sets the groundwork for the manufacturing process by determining the necessary resources, design, and process. During production, planning ensures the process is working efficiently by identifying and addressing any issues that may arise.

Question 16

Which of the following is not a possible cause of only a small increase in America's recent productivity growth rate?

Accepted Answer

Increased investment in new equipment typically boosts productivity growth rather than causing only a small increase. It allows for more efficient production processes and innovations.

Question 17

An analytical process breaks raw materials into different component parts.

Accepted Answer

An analytical process is used to separate raw materials into individual components or analyze their chemical and physical properties.

Question 18

A synthetic process combines raw materials or components to create a finished product.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true, as a synthetic process involves the creation or combination of materials to produce a final product.

Question 19

The major resource or resources that comprise the major input for a conversion process is often referred to as the focus.

Accepted Answer

The focus is the major resource or resources that are input into a conversion process.

Question 20

The term magnitude is used to describe the number of production processes that are used to produce products or services.

Accepted Answer

The term magnitude is not used to describe the number of production processes, but rather the size, extent, or importance of something.

Quiz 8: Producing Quality Goods and Services