Which one of the following statements about product layout is best?
A) A product layout groups workstations or departments according to function.
B) A product layout is more vulnerable to products or services with short lives than a process layout.
C) In the line balancing problem, the "theoretical minimum" number of stations is always the optimal number of stations.
D) If a line's "balance delay" is minimized, so is its efficiency.

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Product layouts are designed to maximize efficiency and minimize waste in the production process of a product or service. However, they are more rigid and less adaptable to changes in product demand or design. This makes them more vulnerable to products or services with short lives, as it would require significant redesign and reconfiguration of the production line. On the other hand, process layouts offer more flexibility and can handle a wider range of products or services.

Which One of the Following Statements About Product Layout Is