In a product layout,the process of assigning tasks to workstations in such a way that the work stations have approximately equal time requirements is referred to as:
A)process balancing.
B)task allocation.
C)line balancing.
D)work allocation.
E)station balancing.

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The process described is line balancing, which involves distributing tasks among workstations to achieve a balance of workload and minimize idle time. Choice A ("process balancing") is too general and could refer to any effort to optimize a manufacturing process. Choices B, D, and E all describe aspects of the process of allocating work to specific stations, but do not capture the idea of achieving balance across the entire production line.

In a Product Layout,the Process of Assigning Tasks to Workstations