The cost of ordering materials for the _____ is often higher than for the flow shop because of _____.
A)job shop;high variety and small quantities
B)synchronized shop;JIT requirements
C)project system;union relations
D)custom shop;the vendor release arrangement

Question

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Job shops usually handle a high variety of products with small quantities, which often requires ordering materials in small batches. Small orders incur higher purchasing, transportation and setup costs, resulting in a higher cost of ordering materials for the job shop compared to other production systems.

The Cost of Ordering Materials for the _____ Is Often