The optimum amount of preventive maintenance occurs when:
A) total breakdown costs are at a minimum.
B) total preventive maintenance costs are at a minimum.
C) each maintenance component cost is at a minimum.
D) total maintenance costs are at a maximum.
E) total maintenance costs are at a minimum.

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The optimum amount of preventive maintenance occurs when the total maintenance costs are at a minimum. This means finding a balance between the cost of preventive maintenance and the cost of breakdown maintenance. By minimizing the total maintenance costs, the organization can effectively allocate resources towards other areas of the business.

The Optimum Amount of Preventive Maintenance Occurs When