APICS Exam CPIM Topic 2 Question 96 Discussion

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Question #: 96
Topic #: 2

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Currently, there is a trend towards more specialization in manufacturing whereby a factory specializes in a narrow product mix for a niche market. Generally, focused factories are thought to be more effectively and economically than more complex factories, the reason being that:

Arepetition and concentration in one area allow the workforce and management to gain the advantages of specialization.

BThe focused factory may be a ''factory within a factory,'' an area in an existing factory set aside to specialize in a narrow product mix

Cspecialization has the disadvantage of inflexibility

DAll of these

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by Junita at Sep 09, 2024, 02:17 PM

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Jules

2 days ago

C'mon, how is option C correct? Specialization may reduce flexibility, but the advantages clearly outweigh that drawback.

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Skye

6 days ago

I think option B is the correct answer. Focused factories can be a dedicated section within a larger factory setup.

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Janna

8 days ago

Definitely option A. Specialization allows for more efficient processes and better utilization of resources.

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Gwenn

9 days ago

I'm not so sure. I think the answer might be D) All of these, because specialization can also lead to inflexibility in the long run.

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Hildegarde

11 days ago

I agree with Willard. Focusing on a narrow product mix can definitely help improve efficiency and effectiveness in manufacturing.

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Willard

14 days ago

I think the answer is A) repetition and concentration in one area allow the workforce and management to gain the advantages of specialization.

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