IMANET CMA Exam - Topic 2 Question 120 Discussion

Actual exam question for IMANET's CMA exam

Question #: 120
Topic #: 2

A manufacturing arrangement characterized by low or no setup times and the ability to switch quickly from producing one product to another is called a

AJust-in-time manufacturing system.

BComputer-integrated manufacturing system.

CFlexible manufacturing system.

DRobot.

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Suggested Answer: C

An example of the use of automation and advanced technologies in the manufacturing field is flexible manufacturing, which is the capacity of computer-controlled machinery to perform many different programmed functions. By eliminating machine setup time, strengthening control, and automating handling processes, flexible manufacturing permits the efficient production of small numbers of different products by the same machines. A company can therefore more accurately match output with consumer tastes and avoid long production runs of identical goods.

by Lenora at Jan 05, 2026, 05:16 AM

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Noe

26 days ago

Definitely C! It allows quick product changes, which is crucial.

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Carri

1 month ago

I was torn between A and C, but C seems more accurate.

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Hortencia

1 month ago

I agree, Alex. Low setup times are key for flexibility.

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Beckie

1 month ago

I think it's C) Flexible manufacturing system. It fits the description well.

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Theodora

2 months ago

Low setup times and quick switches = Flexible manufacturing system!

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Candra

2 months ago

Wait, are we sure about that? Sounds too good to be true.

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Mabel

2 months ago

Totally agree, C is the right answer!

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Janey

2 months ago

I thought it was just-in-time manufacturing?

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Odette

2 months ago

It's definitely a Flexible manufacturing system!

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Thaddeus

2 months ago

Beep boop, flexible manufacturing is the superior choice. Resistance is futile.

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Barb

3 months ago

Just-in-time manufacturing is great, but flexible manufacturing is the true MVP.

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Percy

3 months ago

Forget the robots, flexible manufacturing is where it's at. Efficiency is key!

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Juan

3 months ago

Computer-integrated manufacturing sounds like the future, but flexible manufacturing is the real deal.

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Rashida

4 months ago

Flexible manufacturing system is the way to go! Quick changeovers are a must in today's fast-paced world.

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Cassie

4 months ago

I’m confused between C and B. Computer-integrated manufacturing sounds like it could fit, but I’m leaning towards C based on what we reviewed.

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Milly

4 months ago

I feel like I’ve seen a question like this before, and I think it was about quick product changes, which points to C again.

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My

4 months ago

I remember discussing Just-in-time systems, but they focus more on inventory management, right? So I don't think it's A.

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Erinn

4 months ago

I think the answer might be C) Flexible manufacturing system, but I'm not entirely sure. It sounds familiar from our last practice session.

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Samira

4 months ago

I remember learning about flexible manufacturing systems in class. That sounds like the right answer here. The low setup times and quick product switching are the giveaways.

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Odelia

5 months ago

Okay, let's see. A just-in-time system is about producing only what's needed when it's needed, not about switching between products. B and D don't seem relevant. I'm going with C, Flexible manufacturing system.

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Miriam

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a little unsure about this one. The options seem pretty similar, so I'll need to think it through carefully. Maybe I can eliminate some of the options first.

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Glory

5 months ago

This one seems straightforward - I think the answer is C, Flexible manufacturing system. The key is the low setup times and ability to switch products quickly.

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Launa

15 days ago

Definitely! Flexibility is key in manufacturing.

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Twanna

20 days ago

I agree, C seems right. Low setup times are crucial.

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