Question: A production process characterized by a short production run and frequent adjustments to machines so that different products can be produced is known as a(n):

Answer: intermittent process.

Question: A production process characterized by long production runs to turn out finished goods over time is known as a(n):

Answer: continuous process.

Question: A bar graph that shows what projects or tasks are in process and how much of each is completed is called a(n):

Answer: Gantt chart.

Question: In manufacturing, one way to compete with cheap labor is to:

Answer: use robots.

Question: __________ is the specialized area of management that converts or transforms resources into goods and services.

Answer: Operations management.

Question: A(n) __________ _________ puts together components to make a product.

Answer: assembly process

Question: __________ is the physical arrangement of resources in the production process.

Answer: Facility layout

Question: The goal of lean manufacturing is to:

Answer: produce goods and services with less of everything that goes into the process.

Question: __________ involves computers directly in the production process.

Answer: CAM

Question: MRP is a technique that helps managers:

Answer: make sure that the right parts and materials are available at the right time.