A steel company whose blast furnaces NEVER completely shut down EXCEPT for malfunctions is an example of a(n) ______ production system.
A) analytic
B) intermittent
C) continuous
D) synthetic

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A continuous production system refers to a system that operates 24/7 without any shutdowns or breaks, and the example given of a steel company that keeps its blast furnaces running at all times except for malfunctions fits this description. An intermittent production system involves temporary or periodic work, while an analytic production system focuses on analyzing and improving production processes. A synthetic production system involves combining different components or materials to create a final product.

A Steel Company Whose Blast Furnaces NEVER Completely Shut Down