Crown Lawnmowers manufactures nearly 100 different models of riding lawnmowers. In the past, Crown used a different style of blade for each mower, which led to longer production times as it manufactured each blade. Today, Crown has designed its lawnmowers to use the same style of blades. This example best demonstrates which of the following technology changes to improve efficiency?
A) mass customization
B) mechanization
C) automation
D) mass production
E) standardization

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Standardization is demonstrated by Crown Lawnmowers' decision to use the same style of blades across nearly 100 different models of riding lawnmowers. This approach simplifies production, reduces complexity, and improves efficiency by allowing the company to produce a single type of blade in larger quantities rather than manufacturing many different styles.

Crown Lawnmowers Manufactures Nearly 100 Different Models of Riding Lawnmowers