Question 1

The individual generally credited with the development of lean production is an American.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which of the following is not a typical component of lead time?

Accepted Answer

A)   processing time
B)   maintenance time
C)   waiting time
D)   setup time

Question 3

Analyzing process flow and eliminating waste is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A)   just-in-time.
B)   the Toyota Production System.
C)   value stream mapping.
D)   total productive maintenance.

Question 4

The concept of cellular layouts was developed by a U.S. engineer in the 1920s.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Kanbans are used to maintain the discipline required of a push production system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

___ is generally credited with the development of lean production.

Accepted Answer

A)   Frederick Taylor
B)   W. Edwards Deming
C)   Taiichi Ohno
D)   none of the above

Question 7

Combining the practice of preventive maintenance with the concepts of total quality is known as

Accepted Answer

A)   total preventive quality.
B)   total productive maintenance.
C)   quality breakdown maintenance.
D)   reliability assurance.

Question 8

Which of the following is considered a benefit of lean production?

Accepted Answer

A)   higher costs
B)   strained relations with suppliers
C)   better use of human resources
D)   increased inventory

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___ is generally credited with the development of lean production.

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The concept of cellular layouts was developed by a U.S. engineer in the 1920s.

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Analyzing process flow and eliminating waste is referred to as

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Which of the following is not a typical component of lead time?

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Which of the following is considered a benefit of lean production?

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Combining the practice of preventive maintenance with the concepts of total quality is known as

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The individual generally credited with the development of lean production is an American.

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Kanbans are used to maintain the discipline required of a push production system.

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___ is generally credited with the development of lean production.

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The concept of cellular layouts was developed by a U.S. engineer in the 1920s.

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Which of the following is not a typical component of lead time?

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Which of the following is considered a benefit of lean production?

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Combining the practice of preventive maintenance with the concepts of total quality is known as

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The individual generally credited with the development of lean production is an American.

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Kanbans are used to maintain the discipline required of a push production system.

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