Emily is working on a project in her manufacturing class. Why is it important for her to consider standard stock sizes for the materials when designing her product?

• To increase material waste

• To reduce production time

• To ensure uniformity and reduce costs

• To complicate the design process

Rosie is working on a project that requires specific dimensions for materials. What is a common disadvantage she might face when using custom stock sizes?

• Increased material efficiency

• Higher costs and longer lead times

• Easier to source materials

• Improved structural integrity

What is a benefit of using standard lengths of material?

• Increased waste

• Higher costs

• More complex design process

• Easier transportation and storage

Why might a company choose to use standard stock sizes in their production process?

• To enhance product uniqueness

• To increase customization options

• To simplify inventory management

• To complicate supply chain logistics

What is a potential drawback of using non-standard material sizes in manufacturing?

• Improved design flexibility

• Lower production costs

• Increased lead times and costs

• Reduced material waste

How can using standard material sizes benefit a construction project?

• By increasing the complexity of the project

• By reducing the need for custom fabrication

• By increasing material costs

• By limiting design options

Correctly name each of these standard metal forms

• I-Section

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• L-Section

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• U-Section

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• T-Section

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Before plastics have been processed they are available in 3 different forms. Select from the options below which form is incorrect.

• Granules

• Rods

• Pellets

• Liquids

Why might a designer opt for custom material sizes despite higher costs?

• To decrease material waste

• To reduce production time

• To enhance product uniqueness

• To simplify the design process

Sophie is working on a new architectural project and is considering using non-standard material sizes. What is a potential benefit of this decision?

• Increased material costs

• Complicated inventory management

• Improved design flexibility

• Longer lead times