Jorgen Inc., an oil company, is building a large drilling machine close to the site of its latest project to dig an underground tunnel. Since the machine will be big, it is unlikely to be used after this project. A__________should be used to produce the drilling machine.
A)product layout
B)process layout
C)fixed position layout
D)cellular technology layout

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A fixed position layout is best suited for building large and complex products, such as drilling machines. This layout allows all resources and materials to be brought to a fixed location, which in this case, would be the site of the project. The drilling machine can then be built and assembled in place, without the need for it to be moved around. This would also minimize the need for transportation, handling, and assembly costs.