APICS Exam CPIM Topic 2 Question 96 Discussion

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Question #: 96
Topic #: 2

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Currently, there is a trend towards more specialization in manufacturing whereby a factory specializes in a narrow product mix for a niche market. Generally, focused factories are thought to be more effectively and economically than more complex factories, the reason being that:

Arepetition and concentration in one area allow the workforce and management to gain the advantages of specialization.

BThe focused factory may be a ''factory within a factory,'' an area in an existing factory set aside to specialize in a narrow product mix

Cspecialization has the disadvantage of inflexibility

DAll of these

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Alana

1 months ago

Specialization is the key to success these days. I bet the factory managers are laughing all the way to the bank!

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Bo

25 days ago

D) All of these

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Franklyn

28 days ago

B) The focused factory may be a ''factory within a factory,'' an area in an existing factory set aside to specialize in a narrow product mix

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Rasheeda

1 months ago

A) repetition and concentration in one area allow the workforce and management to gain the advantages of specialization.

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Kiley

2 months ago

All of these seem to be true, so I'm going with option D. Specialization is the way to go for modern manufacturing.

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Casie

28 days ago

True, but overall I think the benefits of specialization outweigh the disadvantages.

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Rueben

1 months ago

Specialization does have its drawbacks though, like being less flexible to changes in demand.

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Tequila

1 months ago

I think having a focused factory within a larger one can really streamline production.

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Ben

1 months ago

I agree, specialization definitely allows for more efficiency and expertise.

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Jules

2 months ago

C'mon, how is option C correct? Specialization may reduce flexibility, but the advantages clearly outweigh that drawback.

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Burma

1 months ago

D) All of these

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Cortney

1 months ago

A) repetition and concentration in one area allow the workforce and management to gain the advantages of specialization.

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Skye

2 months ago

I think option B is the correct answer. Focused factories can be a dedicated section within a larger factory setup.

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Janna

2 months ago

Definitely option A. Specialization allows for more efficient processes and better utilization of resources.

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Dan

17 days ago

That's true, having a specialized area can really streamline production.

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Amber

1 months ago

B) The focused factory may be a 'factory within a factory,' an area in an existing factory set aside to specialize in a narrow product mix

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Reita

1 months ago

I agree, specialization definitely leads to more efficient processes.

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Hoa

2 months ago

A) repetition and concentration in one area allow the workforce and management to gain the advantages of specialization.

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Gwenn

2 months ago

I'm not so sure. I think the answer might be D) All of these, because specialization can also lead to inflexibility in the long run.

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Hildegarde

2 months ago

I agree with Willard. Focusing on a narrow product mix can definitely help improve efficiency and effectiveness in manufacturing.

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Willard

2 months ago

I think the answer is A) repetition and concentration in one area allow the workforce and management to gain the advantages of specialization.

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