4.3 Production Methods Quiz

What is one-off production?

• Production of a single item tailored to specific requirements.

• Mass production of identical products.

• Batch production of seasonal items.

• Automated production of goods 24/7.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of one-off production?

• High level of customization.

• High cost due to labor-intensive processes.

• Economies of scale achieved.

• Use of automated production lines.

What is an example of a product typically made using batch production?

• Prosthetic limbs.

• Seasonal holiday chocolates.

• Soft drinks.

• Custom sneakers.

Which type of production is characterized by continuous operation 24/7?

• One-off production.

• Batch production.

• Continuous flow production.

• Mass customization.

Which of the following is an advantage of mass production?

• High customization of products.

• Very low unit costs.

• Highly skilled labor required.

• Minimal environmental impact.

What is the key feature of mass customization?

• Full automation with no customer involvement.

• Low unit costs with flexibility for customization.

• Single-item production for individual clients.

• Seasonal production for niche markets.

Which production method would most likely be used to manufacture soft drinks?

• One-off production.

• Batch production.

• Continuous flow production.

• Mass customization.

What is an advantage of batch production?

• Highly responsive to market demands.

• No need for storage facilities.

• Continuous, 24/7 operation.

• Fully automated processes.

What is a disadvantage of continuous flow production?

• High labor costs.

• Difficulty achieving economies of scale.

• High initial investment costs.

• Limited output quantity.

Which of the following products is most likely to be made using one-off production?

• Soft drinks.

• Prosthetic limbs.

• Smartphones.

• Seasonal chocolates.