APICS Exam CPIM-MPR Topic 3 Question 86 Discussion

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Question #: 86
Topic #: 3

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Using a trial and error approach is most effective in which of the following production planning strategies?

ALevel

BConstant

CChase

DMixed

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by Sean at Apr 30, 2024, 09:57 AM

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Twana

2 months ago

Trial and error? Isn't that just the strategy I use for life in general? I'm putting C. Chase down and hoping for the best.

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Slyvia

7 days ago

I think it's important to be flexible in production planning. I'll go with C. Chase.

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Clarinda

8 days ago

I prefer to have a more consistent approach. I'm choosing B. Constant.

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Glory

9 days ago

I agree, sometimes you just have to try different things to see what works. I'll go with A. Level.

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Cary

16 days ago

I think trial and error can work in many situations. I'm going with D. Mixed.

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Tish

2 months ago

I'm going to go with B. Constant. That way, if I mess up, I can just keep trying different constant rates until I find the right one. Easy peasy!

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Lindsay

2 months ago

A. Level seems like it would be the least effective for trial and error. I'm going with C. Chase on this one.

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Celestina

1 months ago

Constant might be too rigid for trial and error, I would go with Chase as well.

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Marshall

1 months ago

I think Mixed could also work well with trial and error.

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Kristine

1 months ago

I agree, Chase seems like the best option for trial and error.

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Taryn

2 months ago

Constant might be too rigid for trial and error.

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Ira

2 months ago

I think Mixed could also work well with trial and error.

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Corrie

2 months ago

I agree, Chase seems like the best option for trial and error.

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Marta

3 months ago

Hmm, I'm not sure. Could it be D. Mixed? That sounds like it would involve a bit of trial and error to find the right balance.

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Nettie

1 months ago

Thanks for confirming! I'll remember that for next time.

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Kandis

1 months ago

Yes, Mixed is the correct answer. It allows for flexibility in adjusting production levels.

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Mozell

1 months ago

I think you're right. Mixed does involve some trial and error to find the right balance.

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Reynalda

1 months ago

D) Mixed

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Avery

1 months ago

C) Chase

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Quentin

1 months ago

B) Constant

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Horace

2 months ago

Oh, I see. Level production planning strategy does involve a trial and error approach to maintain a consistent production rate.

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Cecil

2 months ago

Actually, it's not D. Mixed. The most effective production planning strategy that involves trial and error is A) Level.

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Kenny

2 months ago

I think you're onto something there. Mixed production planning does involve some trial and error to find the optimal balance.

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Therese

2 months ago

A) Level

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Amie

2 months ago

Yes, you're correct! Mixed production planning strategy involves a combination of different approaches, allowing for some trial and error.

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Hector

3 months ago

I prefer constant production planning because it provides stability and predictability in the production process.

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Murray

3 months ago

I think the answer is C. Chase. That's the one where you try to match production to demand, right? Seems like trial and error would be the way to go there.

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Rosalind

2 months ago

It's important to be flexible and adapt quickly in a chase strategy.

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Bea

2 months ago

I agree, it's all about finding the right balance between production and demand.

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Azzie

2 months ago

Trial and error can definitely be helpful in that situation.

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Ronald

3 months ago

Yes, you're correct! Chase strategy involves adjusting production to meet demand.

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Willodean

3 months ago

I agree with Carin, mixed production planning allows for flexibility and adjustment through trial and error.

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Carin

4 months ago

I think using a trial and error approach is most effective in mixed production planning.

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