Question 1

The continuous type of operation has relatively large volumes of similar products or services flowing through similar stages of the operating system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

How is a product layout different from a process layout?

Accepted Answer

A)  Product layout is usually used in intermittent flow operating systems whereas process layout is used in continuous flow operating systems. 
B)  Product layout is used when a customized product is made whereas process layout is used when a standardized product is made in large quantities. 
C)  In product layout, workers perform a wide variety of tasks whereas in process layout they specialize in a small number of simple tasks. 
D)  Product layout is less flexible than process layout. 
E)  Product layout requires highly skilled workers whereas process layout does not require high-skilled workers. 
A)  Product layout is usually used in intermittent flow operating systems whereas process layout is used in continuous flow operating systems. 
B)  Product layout is used when a customized product is made whereas process layout is used when a standardized product is made in large quantities. 
C)  In product layout, workers perform a wide variety of tasks whereas in process layout they specialize in a small number of simple tasks. 
D)  Product layout is less flexible than process layout. 
E)  Product layout requires highly skilled workers whereas process layout does not require high-skilled workers.

Question 3

In a _____ layout,equipment or services are arranged according to the progressive steps by which the customer is serviced.

Accepted Answer

A)  product 
B)  functional 
C)  matrix 
D)  process 
E)  intermittent flow 
A)  product 
B)  functional 
C)  matrix 
D)  process 
E)  intermittent flow

Question 4

Which of the following is considered a disadvantage of job specialization to management?

Accepted Answer

A)  Low wages due to ease of substitutability of labor 
B)  Boredom stemming from repetitive nature of work 
C)  Little opportunity to progress to a better job 
D)  Limited flexibility to change the production process 
E)  Little gratification from work itself 
A)  Low wages due to ease of substitutability of labor 
B)  Boredom stemming from repetitive nature of work 
C)  Little opportunity to progress to a better job 
D)  Limited flexibility to change the production process 
E)  Little gratification from work itself

Question 5

_____ is generally used when a standardized product is made in large quantities.

Accepted Answer

A)  Functional layout 
B)  Process layout 
C)  Product layout 
D)  Fixed-position layout 
E)  Intermittent flow layout 
A)  Functional layout 
B)  Process layout 
C)  Product layout 
D)  Fixed-position layout 
E)  Intermittent flow layout

Question 6

Task identity refers to _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  the number of different skills an employee needs to perform a job 
B)  the level of impact a job has on the whole organization 
C)  the independence employees have to make decisions about how to perform their jobs 
D)  the degree to which a job allows an employee to complete an entire task 
E)  the extent to which managers let employees know how they are performing 
A)  the number of different skills an employee needs to perform a job 
B)  the level of impact a job has on the whole organization 
C)  the independence employees have to make decisions about how to perform their jobs 
D)  the degree to which a job allows an employee to complete an entire task 
E)  the extent to which managers let employees know how they are performing

Question 7

The path through the network that has the longest duration is referred to as the critical path.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

_____ specifies the work activities of an individual or a group of individuals.

Accepted Answer

A)  Job characteristics 
B)  Product layout 
C)  Job specification 
D)  Job design 
E)  Process layout 
A)  Job characteristics 
B)  Product layout 
C)  Job specification 
D)  Job design 
E)  Process layout

Question 9

Discuss some of the factors that should be considered during product/service design.

Accepted Answer

An organization's product or service det

Question 10

What are operating systems? What are their functions?

Accepted Answer

Operating systems consist of the process

Question 11

The size and shape of the materials used in manufacturing a product do not affect the facilities layout.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The physical work environment like temperature and light generally affect employee performance and safety.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The design of any materials-handling system depends on the specifics of the situation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Differentiate between the network analysis approaches CPM and PERT.

Accepted Answer

Critical path method (CPM)graphically de

Question 15

In a fixed-position layout,the product is too large to move and remains in one place.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Manufacturing of very large products,such as ships or airplanes,use a _____ layout.

Accepted Answer

A)  fixed-position 
B)  product 
C)  process 
D)  hybrid 
E)  matrix 
A)  fixed-position 
B)  product 
C)  process 
D)  hybrid 
E)  matrix

Question 17

The production of goods or services often involves a sizable bulk of an organization's personnel and financial assets.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following is a disadvantage of product layout?

Accepted Answer

A)  It requires high-skilled labor. 
B)  It complicates production planning. 
C)  It is inefficient. 
D)  It cannot be used when a standardized product is to be made in large quantities. 
E)  Workers often get bored performing a limited number of repetitive tasks. 
A)  It requires high-skilled labor. 
B)  It complicates production planning. 
C)  It is inefficient. 
D)  It cannot be used when a standardized product is to be made in large quantities. 
E)  Workers often get bored performing a limited number of repetitive tasks.

Question 19

The main feature of the Gantt chart is that it shows work planned and work accomplished in relation to time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Site location is needed only when a facility is outgrown.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The continuous type of operation has relatively large volumes of similar products or services flowing through similar stages of the operating system.

How is a product layout different from a process layout?

In a _____ layout,equipment or services are arranged according to the progressive steps by which the customer is serviced.

Which of the following is considered a disadvantage of job specialization to management?

_____ is generally used when a standardized product is made in large quantities.

Task identity refers to _____.

The path through the network that has the longest duration is referred to as the critical path.

_____ specifies the work activities of an individual or a group of individuals.

Discuss some of the factors that should be considered during product/service design.

What are operating systems? What are their functions?

The size and shape of the materials used in manufacturing a product do not affect the facilities layout.

The physical work environment like temperature and light generally affect employee performance and safety.

The design of any materials-handling system depends on the specifics of the situation.

Differentiate between the network analysis approaches CPM and PERT.

In a fixed-position layout,the product is too large to move and remains in one place.

Manufacturing of very large products,such as ships or airplanes,use a _____ layout.

The production of goods or services often involves a sizable bulk of an organization's personnel and financial assets.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of product layout?

The main feature of the Gantt chart is that it shows work planned and work accomplished in relation to time.

Site location is needed only when a facility is outgrown.

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The Management Movement

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Decision-Making Skills

Ethical, social, and Legal Responsibilities of Management

International Business

The Basics of Planning and Strategic Management

Organizing Work

Organizational Structure

Understanding Work Groups and Teams

Staffing

Employee Training and Development

Motivating Employees

Developing Leadership Skills

Managing Conflict and Stress

Managing Change and Culture

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Exam 19: Operations Management and Planning

The continuous type of operation has relatively large volumes of similar products or services flowing through similar stages of the operating system.

How is a product layout different from a process layout?

In a _____ layout,equipment or services are arranged according to the progressive steps by which the customer is serviced.

Which of the following is considered a disadvantage of job specialization to management?

_____ is generally used when a standardized product is made in large quantities.

Task identity refers to _____.

The path through the network that has the longest duration is referred to as the critical path.

_____ specifies the work activities of an individual or a group of individuals.

Discuss some of the factors that should be considered during product/service design.

What are operating systems? What are their functions?

The size and shape of the materials used in manufacturing a product do not affect the facilities layout.

The physical work environment like temperature and light generally affect employee performance and safety.

The design of any materials-handling system depends on the specifics of the situation.

Differentiate between the network analysis approaches CPM and PERT.

In a fixed-position layout,the product is too large to move and remains in one place.

Manufacturing of very large products,such as ships or airplanes,use a _____ layout.

The production of goods or services often involves a sizable bulk of an organization's personnel and financial assets.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of product layout?

The main feature of the Gantt chart is that it shows work planned and work accomplished in relation to time.

Site location is needed only when a facility is outgrown.

Management in a Diverse Workplace

The Management Movement

Developing Communication Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Ethical, social, and Legal Responsibilities of Management

International Business

The Basics of Planning and Strategic Management

Organizing Work

Organizational Structure

Understanding Work Groups and Teams

Staffing

Employee Training and Development

Motivating Employees

Developing Leadership Skills

Managing Conflict and Stress

Managing Change and Culture

Management Control

Appraising and Rewarding Performance

Operations Control

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