1. A lean system operates with fewer resources than traditional systems do.
a. True
b. False
2. Lean systems use a “push” approach to operations to quickly get output to their customers.
a. True
b. False
3. Kanban is a visual system for controlling production.
a. True
b. False
4. Modular design and standard parts are two elements of product design in lean systems.
a. True
b. False
5. The ultimate objective in JIT objective is to minimize the amount of inventory on hand.
a. True
b. False
6. Using small lot sizes reduces the flexibility of a system.
a. True
b. False
7. Kaizen relates to continuous improvement.
a. True
b. False
8. Lowering inventory levels is a tactic to expose quality problems in a lean system.
a. True
b. False
9. Lean purchasing requires frequent bidding by multiple sources to ensure competitive prices.
a. True
b. False
10. JIT II is associated with vendor-managed inventory.
a. True
b. False
11. Inventory is considered a waste in a lean system.
a. True
b. False
12. Lean systems rely on worker specialization to achieve high productivity.
a. True
b. False
13. A special invitee/ guest gets special power during brainstorming to curtail ideas/ mould ideas given by circle members.
a. True
b. False
14. A special invitee/ guest does not get special power during brainstorming to curtail ideas/ mould ideas given by circle members.
a. True
b. False
15. Brainstorming tool typically has 3 techniques/ methods to be conducted.
a. True
b. False
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