The normal time for a work cycle in a worker–machine system is 6.27 min. For setting the standard time, the PFD allowance factor is 12% and the machine allowance factor is 25%.The work cycle includes manual elements totaling a normal time of 5.92 min, all but 0.65 min of which are performed as internal elements. Determine (a) the standard time for the cycle and (b) the daily output at standard performance. (c) During an 8-hour shift, the worker lost 39 min due to personal time, rest breaks, and delays, and she produced 72 pieces.  What was the worker’s pace on the operator-controlled portion of the shift?

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The normal time for a work cycle in a worker–machine system is 6.27 min. For setting the standard time, the PFD allowance factor is 12% and the machine allowance factor is 25%.The work cycle includes manual elements totaling a normal time of 5.92 min, all but 0.65 min of which are performed as internal elements. Determine (a) the standard time for the cycle and (b) the daily output at standard performance. (c) During an 8-hour shift, the
worker lost 39 min due to personal time, rest breaks, and delays, and she produced 72 pieces.  What was the worker’s pace on the operator-controlled portion of the shift?

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