Question 1

The need for confidentiality sometimes affects the decision to purchase or lease.

Accepted Answer

If confidentiality is a concern, the decision to purchase or lease may be affected as leasing could potentially involve disclosing sensitive information to the lessor. Purchasing, on the other hand, may offer more control over who has access to the information.

Question 2

An important use of robots is to free humans from potentially dangerous assignments such as handling hazardous materials.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. Robots are often used in situations where it is unsafe for humans to perform certain tasks, such as handling hazardous materials or working in dangerous environments like deep sea exploration, nuclear power plants, or space exploration. By using robots for these tasks, humans can avoid exposure to potentially hazardous conditions and situations.

Question 3

The decision to make,buy,or lease sometimes depends on the availability of outside suppliers that can dependably meet a company's standards for quality and quantity.

Accepted Answer

The availability and reliability of outside suppliers can play a significant role in the decision-making process for a company when considering whether to make, buy, or lease.

Question 4

Production managers must continually evaluate results of the production process and make adjustments along the way.

Accepted Answer

Production managers are responsible for monitoring the production process and identifying any problems or inefficiencies. They must make adjustments to the process as needed in order to improve productivity, reduce waste, and ensure overall efficiency. This requires ongoing evaluation and a willingness to make changes as needed.

Question 5

A process layout groups machinery and other equipment according to their functions.

Accepted Answer

A process layout arranges equipment and machinery according to their functions or the processes they perform. This is different from a product layout where equipment is arranged in a specific sequence to produce a single type of product.

Question 6

A typical machine shop generally has separate departments where machines are grouped by functions such as grinding,drilling,pressing,and lathing.This is an example of a process layout.

Accepted Answer

A process layout is characterized by grouping similar processes together. In this case, the machines are grouped by the function they perform. This is a common layout for machine shops.

Question 7

A product layout is one in which the product remains in a fixed position and workers,materials,and machines are transported to and from it.

Accepted Answer

A product layout, also known as an assembly line, arranges resources in sequence based on the product's production steps. It's the opposite of the described scenario, which more accurately defines a fixed-position layout.

Question 8

A product layout can efficiently produce a large number of similar products but is relatively inflexible.

Accepted Answer

A product layout is designed for efficient production of large quantities of similar products, but its inflexibility limits its ability to handle variations in the product design or production process.

Question 9

Airplane manufacturers have traditionally used customer-oriented layout.

Accepted Answer

Airplane manufacturers have traditionally used a product-oriented layout, focusing on the efficient assembly of aircraft rather than customizing layouts for individual customers.

Question 10

Software manufacturers such as Dell are more concerned with physical factors than human factors.

Accepted Answer

Software manufacturers, including Dell, are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of considering human factors such as user experience and usability in their product design. They are investing in user research and testing to ensure their products meet the needs and expectations of their target audience.

Question 11

Computer-integrated manufacturing combines the use of robots,CAD/CAM,and flexible manufacturing systems.

Accepted Answer

Computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM) is a manufacturing approach that combines the use of computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software with robotics, automation, and flexible manufacturing systems to streamline the production process and increase efficiency. So, the statement is true.

Question 12

Custom machine shops are typically organized in a product layout.

Accepted Answer

Custom machine shops are typically organized in a process layout, in which similar machines and processes are grouped together. This allows for efficient use of equipment and resources and easier management of workflow. A product layout is used in manufacturing environments where identical products are produced in large quantities with a repetitive process flow.

Question 13

The sole purpose of a successful production planning process is to ensure customer satisfaction.

Accepted Answer

While ensuring customer satisfaction is a key goal, production planning also aims to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize resource use among other objectives.

Question 14

GM is assessing local labor costs as well as the availability of workers with necessary qualifications as it determines a location for its new plant.These are examples of physicals factors.

Accepted Answer

Labor costs and availability of qualified workers are economic and human resource factors, not physical factors. Physical factors typically refer to geographical or environmental aspects.

Question 15

Raw materials are often purchased on a long-term contractual basis.

Accepted Answer

Raw materials are usually purchased on a long-term contractual basis to ensure a steady supply and stable pricing for the buyer. This allows the buyer to plan their production and budget more effectively.

Question 16

Boeing engineers' use of computers to build new commercial jet models in the virtual world before they are actually built in production is an example of green manufacturing.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Potential plant location choices become more limited when skilled employee technicians are required.

Accepted Answer

Skilled employee technicians may not be readily available in all locations, so plant location choices may need to be narrowed down to areas where the necessary workforce can be found.

Question 18

Managers should maintain access to only one-two supply sources.

Accepted Answer

Managers should maintain access to multiple supply sources to ensure competitive pricing, uninterrupted supply, and flexibility in case of emergencies or unexpected changes in supply. Relying on only one or two supply sources can lead to several risks such as supply chain disruptions, increased costs, and limited options for negotiation.

Question 19

Creators of Kittyland Theme Park decide upon a location in Tucson,Arizona because it is a location that generally promise sunny,warm weather year-round for visitors.This is an example of considering physical variables.

Accepted Answer

The decision to consider the location's climate is an example of considering physical variables, which include geographical features, weather patterns, and other natural factors.

Question 20

Most modern production facilities will choose to use either CAD or CAM,but not both in tandem.

Accepted Answer

Most modern production facilities will use both CAD and CAM in tandem to fully utilize their capabilities and improve their production efficiency. CAD is used for designing and modeling while CAM is used for programming and operating machines to produce the designed parts. The integration of CAD and CAM can streamline the production process and reduce errors.

Quiz 10: Production and Operations Management