EBK OM
EBK OM
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ISBN: 9781305888210
Author: Collier
Publisher: YUZU
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Chapter 8, Problem 4PA

a)

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Interpretation: Cycle time is to be calculated.

Concept Introduction:

Cycle Time is defined as the amount of time a team used to spend while working to produce an item until the product would become ready for shipment. The time to take to complete one task is known as cycle time.

b)

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Interpretation:Assembly-line efficiencyis to be calculated.

Concept Introduction:

Assembly-line efficiency: The benefit of assembly lines is that they particularly allow both the workers and machines for specialization to perform specified tasks that can enhance productivity. The high productivity would also result in lowering the cost per unit produced compared to other manufacturing methods.

c)

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Interpretation:Total idle timeis to be calculated.

Concept Introduction:

Total idle time: The time associated with the waiting employees, and when a partor portion of the machinery cannot be used. Idle times are also associated with computing, and refer to the time to process. Idle time can be classified in two forms that are normal and abnormal.

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