Studies have shown that improvements in quality can lead to:
A)A higher total cost as additional costs are spent to improve quality.
B)Lower productivity because of the need to meet a higher quality standard.
C)Increases in throughput time.
D)Increases in productivity (i.e. ,lower manufacturing costs).
E)Increased warranty costs.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Improvements in quality can lead to a reduction in waste, reduced rework, and fewer defects, resulting in lower manufacturing costs and increased productivity. Therefore, choice D - increases in productivity (i.e., lower manufacturing costs) is the correct answer. Choices A, B, and E are incorrect because they suggest negative outcomes associated with improvements in quality, which is not always the case.

Studies Have Shown That Improvements in Quality Can Lead To