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True/FalseQuestionWhen shop floor scheduling problem larger than 3 machines arise the analytical solution procedures leading to optimality are complex and difficult.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionTotal lead time is the summation of following factors :-Correct AnswerQueue and transit time , Manufacturing time , Order preparation timeYour AnswerManufacturing time , Delay time , Queue and transit time

Select The BlankQuestionLabour efficiency depends upon ________Correct AnswerTraining and experienceYour AnswerTraining and experience

Select The BlankQuestionThe LOB technique is made more accurate and fast by using ________.Correct AnswerComputersYour AnswerLog-tables

Select The BlankQuestionProcess plan is the process of establishing the ________ and most economical path that each part is to follow from raw material stage to finished product stage.Correct AnswerShortestYour AnswerOptimum

Select The BlankQuestion________reflects impact of money tied up in inventory.Correct AnswerInventory turnoverYour AnswerInventory turnover

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe check list approach comprises of following parameters :-Correct AnswerEach department head concerned with efficiency of PPC function is given a set of questions to be answered. , The department head has to answer in “Yes/no” format only , Each “Yes” answer gives one negative scoreYour AnswerEach department head concerned with efficiency of PPC function is given a set of questions to be answered. , The department head has to answer in “Yes/no” format only , Each “Yes” answer gives one negative score

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIn ABC analysis, the classification is based on :-Correct AnswerCumulative costYour AnswerCarrying cost

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionFind EOQ in Rs from the following data :-Annual consumption = 20, 000 units, Ordering and receiving cost of material = Rs 20 per order, Annual carrying cost or storage cost = 10% of unit cost of material, Cost of material = Rs 50.Correct Answer20000Your Answer10000

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionSpares without which the system will not work are categorized as :-Correct AnswerVitalYour AnswerVital

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerOrder quantityFactor influencing process planningFactor influencing process planningMachine capacity chartDimensional accuracySpecial purpose machinesMass productionSpecial purpose machinesGeneral purpose machines with special toolingsStandard elemental time dataCompare alternative processesBreak even analysis

True/FalseQuestionC type items would never be vital under VED analysis.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

True/FalseQuestionIn replenishment system, the type of ordering is either according to “stock level” or “pre-fixed time scale”.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionAt company’s subsidiary stores /tool crib following tools are stored :-Correct AnswerConsumable tools , Inspection fixtures , Instruments and gaugesYour AnswerConsumable tools , Inspection fixtures , Instruments and gauges

True/FalseQuestionExponential smoothening is weighted average method.Correct Answer

TrueYour AnswerTrue

Select The BlankQuestionThe administrative lead time e.g. time involved in processing the order, which may be in periodical review system including the period until next review is called ________ lead time.Correct AnswerInternalYour AnswerCumulative

Select The BlankQuestionHeuristics methods involve drawing procedure diagram which indicates the ________ available for transferring tasks laterally from one column to another to arrive at most promising balance.Correct AnswerFlexibilityYour AnswerFlexibility

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe light engineering company has one special purpose facing & centering machine And one copying lathe. The foreman has five work orders for processing . The operation Sequence is fixed [ each job is first faced and centered and then copy turned ] . The standard Hours required for each machine to process each work order are shown in the following Table :- Work Order Processing Time [Hours ] Facing & centering machine Copying Lathe I 16 40 II 30 60 III 20 6 IV 15 16 V 25 12 find sequence to minimize requirements of machine hours.Correct AnswerIV-I-II-V-IIIYour AnswerII-III-IV-I-V

True/FalseQuestionIn PERT, use of dummy activities is not much essential.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionThe make-or-buy decision is not taken only at starting of a factory but has to be reviewed continuously.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Select The BlankQuestionOnly satisfied customers get in ________ from new customers.Correct AnswerBusinessYour AnswerBusiness

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe following are salient features of the fixed order quantity system :-Correct AnswerReorder quantity is always the same which is usually economic order quantity , The time interval between deliveries varies. , Replenishment action is initiated when the stock on hand is just sufficient to meet demand during the lead time.Your AnswerReorder quantity is always the same which is usually economic order quantity , Replenishment action is initiated when the stock on hand is just sufficient to meet demand during the lead time. , Percent cumulative cost of item is taken into consideration.

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerTool orderTo instruct tool crib to keep tools readyInstruct to issue toolsMove orderMovement of material from stores to first machineMovement of material from stores to first machineStores issue orderInstruction to stores to issue materialInstruction to stores to issue materialInspection orderReport inspection resultsReport inspection results

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionResponsibility of smooth flow of work through different work centers or departments of company rests with :-Correct AnswerProduction control departmentYour AnswerProduction control department

Select The BlankQuestion________ is the sum of set up time and run time.Correct AnswerManufacturing timeYour AnswerManufacturing time

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionDetachable ticket, after filling in required information is :-Correct AnswerPlaced in a tray/boxYour AnswerGiven to progress section

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionSubsidiary orders include :-Correct AnswerMaterial Order , Shop order , Inspection orderYour AnswerMaterial Order , Shop order , Inspection order

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionLong termed forecasts are for the period of :-Correct Answer5 to 10 yearsYour AnswerOne year

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionIf actual demand far exceeds forecast, it will result into :-Correct AnswerBetter utilization of equipment , Project margin , Higher material purchase

Your AnswerBetter utilization of equipment , Higher material purchase , Increase in labour productivity

Select The BlankQuestionClassification of items on basis of their capital lock up is called ________ analysis.Correct AnswerXYZYour AnswerVED

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionPhysical Count method of collecting information from manufacturing shops is applicable in following situation :-Correct AnswerWorkshops employing few machinesYour AnswerWorkshops producing small parts in huge quantities

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe expected time can be minimised by minimising following parameters :-Correct AnswerOptimistic time , Pessimistic time , Most likely timeYour AnswerPessimistic time , Lead time

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIn order to maintain precedence relationships, the most common approach is to make use of :-Correct AnswerPrecedence diagramsYour AnswerPrecedence diagrams

True/FalseQuestionThere are five manufacturing systems. However, many manufacturers combines two or more systems to produce a final product.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionHML Analysis helps to :-Correct AnswerAccess storage & security requirements , Keep control over departmental head level , Determine frequency of stock verificationYour AnswerAccess storage & security requirements , Determine frequency of stock verification , Controls carrying cost

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe sourcing of vendors in case of ‘B’ type of items is :-Correct AnswerMediumYour AnswerMinimum

Select The BlankQuestionProduction Planning and Control department acts as a link between company’s sales and ________ department.Correct AnswerManufacturingYour AnswerManufacturing

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionMove orders, released for material movement from stores to first work center are used for following types of organizations :-Correct AnswerBig steel plants , Power plants , Heavy machinery manufacturersYour AnswerBig steel plants , Heavy machinery manufacturers , High volume white goods manufacturers

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionSmoothing performs following activities:-Correct AnswerReallocation of resources , Improving utilization of resources , Conducting Heuristic approachYour AnswerImproving utilization of resources , Conducting Heuristic approach , Conducting Load flow analysis

Select The BlankQuestion________ phase of PPC makes sure that the programmed production is constantly maintained.Correct AnswerControlYour AnswerControl

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionProcess Sheet contains following information :-Correct AnswerMaterial Specification , Sequence of operation , Skill of LabourYour AnswerMaterial Specification , Sequence of operation , Order Quantity

True/FalseQuestionThe make-or-buy decision becomes necessary when the current source of supply is not able to supply the material in accordance with buyer’s quality requirements.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionNegative value of critical ratio :-Correct AnswerIs meaninglessYour AnswerIndicates shortfall in scheduled delivery period

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionIn linear programming method of line balancing, there are three types of constraints namely :-Correct AnswerCycle time constraint , Step or task constraint , Precedence constraintsYour AnswerCycle time constraint , Step or task constraint , Precedence constraints

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionLet us suppose that activity M & N can not start until activity K & L are completed.

Activities K &L are therefore :-Correct AnswerPrecedingYour AnswerPreceding

True/FalseQuestionXYZ analysis helps to identify few items which account for large amount of money locked up in the stock and take steps for liquidation / reduction.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalse

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The cost involved in subcontracting some of the operations of item outside the home plant is called :-

Outdoor cost

Outside operations cost

2

Physical Count method of collecting information from manufacturing shops is applicable in following situation :-

Workshops producing small parts in huge quantities

Workshops employing few machines

3

As the quantity increases, the procurement cost :-

Reduces

Also increases

4

A type items are always vital under VED analysis.

False

True

5

When shop floor scheduling problem larger than 3 machines arise the analytical solution procedures leading to optimality are complex and difficult.

False

True

6

Flexibility and product variety are not inter-related with each other.

False

True

7

Transit time for manufactured items should be considered only when it is insignificant.

False

True

8

On completion of work the job card is returned to production planning and control department for reference and record.

False

True

9

Inspection operations is a part of process plan for a part.

True

False

10

As the quantity increases, the procurement cost :-

Increases

Reduces

11

The LOB technique is most appropriate for assembly operations involving number of distinct components.

True

False

12

If efficiency is more, the manufacturing time required for completion of job would be generally :-

More

Less

13

Generally for ______ flow system, Heuristic method is preferred.

Continuous

Intermittent

14

Random fluctuation is considered for deciding ______.

Analytical estimate

Seasonal fluctuation

15

Effective capacity per period is calculated as :-

Multiplication of net capacity by utilization index

Multiplication of net capacity with labour efficiency

16

Let us suppose that activity M & N can not start until activity K & L are completed. Activities K &L are therefore :-

Preceding

Non-Preceding

17

Labour efficiency factor is applied after capacity requirement of equipment is calculated.

False

True

18

Work sampling is ______

Done at random interval

Done continuously without interval

19

The make-or-buy decision becomes necessary when the current source of supply is not able to supply the material in accordance with buyer's quality requirements.

False

True

20

A company where different personnel give conflicting delivery promises need to improve its scheduling and processing function.

True

False

21

Line staff can assist PPC by manufacturing some of their needs in their own shops rather than making PPC to tool room or purchase.

True

False

22

A type items are always vital under VED analysis.

False

True

23

Standard elemental time data

General purpose machines with special toolings

Compare alternative processes

Special purpose machines

Break even analysis

Dimensional accuracy

Factor influencing process planning

24

LOB technique was devised by US army in the year :-

1955

1951

1950

1952

25

Short term forecasts are for ______.

Material Planning

Staff Scheduling

26

The make-or-buy decision is not taken only at starting of a factory but has to be reviewed continuously.

True

False

27

In alternate routing, the delayed job may be routed to a ______ machine where rate of production is faster.

Costlier

New

28

Ordering of raw material is based on :-

Marketing forecast

Sales forecast

29

______ is a production line made up of operations that form or change the physical or sometimes chemical characteristics of a product.

Assembly line

Fabrication line

30

To keep facilities busy, waiting time due to non-availability of work should be kept at :-

Minimum

Maximum

31

______ are grouped so that their total time is preferably equal to or little lesser than the time available each work station.

Tasks

Assembly lines

32

Production Planning and Control department acts as a link between company's sales and ______ department.

Manufacturing

Work

33

In PERT, use of dummy activities is not much essential.

False

True

34

If more variety is to be manufactured, the manufacturing facilities would have to be :-

Commonised

Expanded

35

Scheduling can be considered as a process of :-

Fitting shop order into uncommitted time available for a machine

Determining time required for each operation

36

In ABC analysis, the classification is based on :-

Carrying cost

Cumulative cost

37

Job production requires ______ capital investment.

High

Lowest

Low

Highest

38

Labour efficiency depends upon ______

Training

Training and experience

39

As per a study on materials management practices, a typical firm spends almost half of its rupee sales on goods purchased from vendors.

False

True

40

Detachable ticket, after filling in required information is :-

Given to progress section

Placed in a tray/box

41

Only satisfied customers get in ______ from new customers.

Business

Sales

42

Increase in inventory carrying cost increases EOQ.

False

True

43

Of all the work measurement techniques the most widely used techniques is________.

Production study

Time study

44

Keeping available time per day constant, if the desired production rate per day is to be doubled ,cycle time will be reduced by :-

0.75

0.5

45

The LOB technique is made more accurate and fast by using ______.

Log-tables

Computers

46

Mass & flow production and process production are categorized under :-

First-come-First-serve production

Continuous production

47

To solve "n jobs - 3 machines" sequencing problem, the largest of time of any job on the second machine must be smaller than or equal to the smallest time of any job on first machine or third machine.

False

True

48

The earliest start time of an activity equals to earliest event time of :-

Head event

Tail event

49

XYZ analysis helps to identify few items which account for large amount of money locked up in the stock and take steps for liquidation / reduction.

True

False

50

Lead time is ______ for different items.

Same

Different

51

In CPM, use of dummy activities is much essential .

True

False

52

To minimize total throughout time we are required to minimize :-

Queuing , Idle time , Inventory

Queuing , Idle time

53

Order quantity

Special purpose machines

Factor influencing process planning

Compare alternative processes

General purpose machines with special toolings

Break even analysis

Dimensional accuracy

54

Process plan is the process of establishing the ______ and most economical path that each part is to follow from raw material stage to finished product stage.

Optimum

Shortest

55

If number of work stations is 8 and work content of all stations is 32 , the cycle time would be ______.

2

1

4

3

56

Because of uncertainty of activity timings, PERT acquired a shape of ______ model.

Realistic

Probabilistic

57

In order to complete a project on time, each critical activity need not be completed in time.

False

True

58

A company has 10 machines, working in two shifts. Utilization index is 0.75 and shop efficiency is 80%. Effective capacity hours for loading and scheduling are :-

586

576

59

______ is the sum of set up time and run time.

Manufacturing time

Idle time

Lead time

Mean time

60

Fluctuation due to changes in season are called cyclical fluctuation.

False

True

61

Overlapping of operations helps in compressing manufacturing time.

False

True

62

Negative value of critical ratio :-

Indicates shortfall in scheduled delivery period

Is meaningless

63

Find EOQ in Rs from the following data :-Annual consumption = 20, 000 units, Ordering and receiving cost of material = Rs 20 per order, Annual carrying cost or storage cost = 10% of unit cost of mater

20000

10000

64

Classification of items on basis of their capital lock up is called ______ analysis.

VED

ABC

MNG

SOS

SDE

Pareto

HML

XYZ

65

The administrative lead time e.g. time involved in processing the order, which may be in periodical review system including the period until next review is called ______ lead time.

Internal

Cumulative

66

Given the following data :- procurement cost per order = Rs 30 ; frequency of ordering per year =4 ; number of suppliers = 3 . Form the above data, total procurement cost would be Rs ______.

36

40

12

360

67

Work measurement is not useful for choosing between two alternate methods of production.

True

False

68

Production Planning and Control makes the supervisor ineffective.

False

True

69

Curve fitting method of statistical forecasting uses curve line approach.

True

False

70

Exponential smoothening is weighted average method.

False

True

71

Buying for C quantities should be made in ______ quantities .

Small

Large

72

LOB is a manual planning and scheduling technique similar in nature to MRP [Material Resource Planning].

False

True

73

Sequencing helps management to determine the most economical job sequence the one that consumes minimum :-

Elapsed time

Lead time

74

________items should be excluded from ABC Analysis.

Non-moving

Seasonal

75

Purchase department must keep PPC informed regarding lead time of different items specially where lead times are extended.

False

True

76

Mass production

Factor influencing process planning

Compare alternative processes

General purpose machines with special toolings

Dimensional accuracy

Special purpose machines

Break even analysis

77

The assembly work content [ Wi ] of the i'th station having n work stations is given by :-

å Wi from i=1 to n

Wi / n

78

LOB has advantage that it is more ______ oriented than MRP.

Practical

Customer

79

C type items would never be vital under VED analysis.

False

True

80

A progress card normally contains ______ squares.

Less than 5

Less than 10

Less than 25

Less than 15

81

Orders with ______ slack time remaining per operation are run first.

Longest

Shortest

82

There are five manufacturing systems. However, many manufacturers combines two or more systems to produce a final product.

True

False

83

Ordering of raw material is based on :-

Sales forecast

Material availability/demand

84

______ analysis mainly helps to identify non-existing items for which store keeps bin cards, wastes computer memory or wastes computer stationary while preparing stores ledger.

SOS Analysis

MNG Analysis

85

Machine capacity chart

Special purpose machines

Break even analysis

Dimensional accuracy

General purpose machines with special toolings

Factor influencing process planning

Compare alternative processes

86

The assignment method is also called as :-

Hungarian Method

Linear Programming Method

87

Random fluctuation is addition of cyclical fluctuation and seasonal fluctuation.

True

False

88

Heuristics approach gave very good results when Wester and Kilbridge applied it to ______ assembly line.

Car

TV

89

Long termed forecasts are for the period of :-

5 to 10 years

3 to 5 years

Two year

One year

90

The sourcing of vendors in case of 'B' type of items is :-

Medium

Minimum

91

In assignment matrix, it is a must to determine Jacobean of the determinant.

True

False

92

In replenishment system, the type of ordering is either according to "stock level" or "pre-fixed time scale".

False

True

93

If Kwh consumption per 100 pieces is 8.01 and cost/kwh is Rs 0.80 the cost of power over the year for 40000 pieces with 2000 numbers rejection would be Rs ______.

3000

3692

2000

2692

94

Keeping procurement cost and carrying cost constant, if annual usage of certain product becomes 4 times, the EOQ would be :-

Halved

Doubled

95

Development of additional vendors/suppliers depends upon :-

Sales forecast

Marketing forecast

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1. If the order winner is delivery speed to customer, then the production planning and control system must focus on:   (a) Cost   (b) Lead time   (c) Quality   (d) Coordination with Marketing

2. A firm uses simple exponential smoothing to forecast demand with α = 0.2. The forecast for the month of March was 500 units whereas the actual demand turned out to be 460 units. What is the forecast for the month of April?   (a) 489.6   (b) 492   (c) 480   (d) 490

3. Bias as a measure of forecast error is used to determine:   (a) The total magnitude of error   (b) The direction of error   (c) Absolute value   (d) Weighted average

4. Aggregate output planning generally consists of planning a desired output over a period of:   (a) one week   (b) five years   (c) daily   (d) three months to 1 year

5. Optimum inventory level as per EOQ system will increase:   (a) in direct proportion to increase in holding cost   (b) inversely with setup cost   (c) in proportion to square root of demand for the year   (d) in direct proportion to square root of holding cost

6. Product structure tree is:   (a) a diagram explaining the features of a product   (b) used to display the total makeup of a particular product

   (c) is representation of a tree   (d) identical to decision tree

7. Kit numbers are used in MPS:   (a) when there are many small, loose parts - such as fasteners, nuts and bolts - at level 1 in the product structure   (b) to identify related items   (c) to add complexity to planning   (d) as a quick aid to forecasting

8. MRP takes the output from the master schedule, combines that with information from inventory records and product structure records and determines:   (a) the volume of production in each period   (b) the schedule of timing and quantities for each item to get the right materials to the right place at the right time   (c) closing inventory   (d) whether customer demand can be met

9. Manufacturing Resource Planning is:   (a) the planning of resources in the manufacturing environment using the closed loop system   (b) another term for rough cut capacity planning   (c) is also known as MRP I or little   (d) is a quicker way to MRP

10. A classification system has been devised to determine how well an MRP system has been implemented. Class C company is:   (a) one which has MRP II in full use and the closed loop is working   (b) one in which MRP system is working only in the computing department   (c) one which may have MRP, capacity planning and shop floor controls working   (d) one which uses MRP for inventory ordering but not for scheduling

11. MRP logic uses the following relationships:   (a) Net requirements = total requirements - available inventory   (b) Net requirements = scheduled receipts + inventory on hand   (c) Net requirements = gross requirements - allocations   (d) Net requirements = gross requirements - on hand inventory

12. Lot-for-Lot technique in MRP yields:   (a) high holding cost   (b) low setup cost   (c) zero holding cost   (d) zero setup cost

13. The simulation studies on many of the lot sizing rules show:   (a) good performance of L-4-L rule

   (b) good performance of EOQ rule   (c) poor performance of PPB, GR and MCP rules   (d) poor performance of L-4-L and EOQ rules

14. Time fence is a designated length of time   (a) to create system nervousness in MRP system   (b) that is the longest lead time from raw material to finished production for an end item   (c) that must pass without changing the MPS, to stabilise the MRP system; afterward the MPS is allowed to change   (d) around which the system is upgraded

15. Pegging is used in MRP system for:   (a) identifying which components are affected by disruptions in material plans   (b) pausing the system   (c) showing old records   (d) showing current records with updated status

16. Route sheet used in production planning and control is:   (a) used to indicate the location of each department   (b) a document to show the routing of a component, including the work centers and operation times, through its production processes   (c) a flow process chart used for process change   (d) a document showing the daily production schedule

17. The Master Production Schedule (MPS) is a schedule of:   (a) weekly production plan for each product according to customer orders and demand forecasts   (b) aggregate production plan in product groups   (c) daily production plan for shop floor control   (d) business activity expressed in money value

18. A good strategy to meet short term overload for a month can be:   (a) buy a new equipment   (b) invest in a new project   (c) subcontract work   (d) telling marketing that the job cannot be done

19. Infinite loading is:   (a) assigning jobs to work centers without considering the work center's capacity   (b) using Gantt chart for loading   (c) using visual load profile for showing load   (d) considering loading of planned orders only

20. Final Assembly Schedule can serve as MPS:   (a) when the number of end products manufactured is small

   (b) when the number of end products is large   (c) when there is a need to disaggregate   (d) when M-bills have to be used

21. An aluminium extruder forecasted the demand for pipe extrusions to be 500 units per month for each of three months. The actual demands turned out to be 400, 560 and 700. The forecast error in terms of MAD(Mean Absolute Deviation) is:   (a) -50 units   (b) 125 units   (c) 120 units   (d) 53 units

22. Frigerware has experienced demand for ice coolers at 400 units for April, 500 units for May and

600 units for June. The forecast of demand for July using a three period model with the most recent period's demand weighted twice as heavily as each of the previous two period's demand is:   (a) 425   (b) 525   (c) 625   (d) 400

23. In the regression model for forecasting, the forecast of the period's demand F is expressed asF = a + bX, where:   (a) F is the independent variable   (b) X is the dependent variable   (c) X is the independent variable   (d) a is the slope of the line

24. Capacity is a facility's productive capability, usually expressed as volume of:   (a) input in case of automobiles   (b) output in case of steel producer   (c) likely business as per marketing   (d) output in case of hospital

25. For short term periods of up to one year, fundamental capacity is fixed. However, short term adjustments of capacity are possible by:   (a) building inventories during slack periods to meet later demand   (b) subcontracting during slack periods   (c) building inventories during peak periods to meet demand in slack periods   (d) wishing that some customers may cancel the order

26. Steel manufacturing is an example of :   (a) Job manufacturing process

   (b) Continuous manufacturing flow process   (c) Assembly line process   (d) None of the above

27. Visual Load profile is:   (a) a graph comparing work loads and capacities on a time scale   (b) identical to Gantt load chart   (c) used for forward scheduling process   (d) used for job sequencing

28. SPT rule in scheduling:   (a) assigns highest priority to the slowest job   (b) prioritises on basis of setup time   (c) prioritises on basis of delivery times   (d) assigns highest priority to the job order whose processing time is shortest

29. Which sequencing rule will you prefer for minimising average job lateness:   (a) Shortest processing time rule   (b) Longest processing time rule   (c) Earliest Due Date rule   (d) First cum first served rule

30. For scheduling N jobs through two machine centers in series, you will use:   (a) Johnson rule to decide the sequence and then schedule on a Gantt chart   (b) McLaren's Order Moment   (c) Groff's Algorithm   (d) None of the above

31. If a machining center has a machine utilisation of 95% and operator efficiency of 80%, what is the effective work centre capacity in July assuming 26 working days and 3 shifts running each day:   (a) 472.24 hours   (b) 472 hours   (c) 158.08 hours   (d) 59.28 hours

32. Critical Ratio used in Capacity Planning and Control is:   (a) Time to due date divided by required time for remaining operations   (b) Time for first job divided by time for second job   (c) Capacity consumed by the job divided by total capacity of the plant   (d) Capacity of output divided by capacity of input

33. Job A and B are waiting to be released. Both will go to work center 1. Then A will continue on to work center 3 while B will go to work center 4. Suppose that A has high priority on the first work center and center 4 is backlogged and center 4 is idle. Which order should be released first?

   (a) Job A   (b) Job B   (c) Both Job A and Job B together   (d) Toss a coin and if its heads, go for Job A otherwise Job B.

34. Cycle time as used in assembly line manufacturing is:   (a) the time taken in last work station   (b) the productive time divided by demand   (c) the time taken by the bottleneck operation   (d) both b) and c) are considered and the higher value taken

35. In an assembly line the total processing time per, unit is 380 seconds. and the cycle time for the line is 90 seconds. What is the minimum number of workstations required in the assembly line?   (a) 4 stations   (b) 4.22 stations   (c) 5 stations   (d) 4.2 stations

36. Runout Time (ROT) used in batch processing is:   (a) the time taken to complete the batch   (b) the current inventory of an item divided by the demand per period for that item   (c) the demand for the item divided by the opening inventory level   (d) time for setup plus processing time

37. JIT is:   (a) another management jargon   (b) a philosophy of waste reduction and techniques for reducing inventory and waste   (c) applicable only to job shop units   (d) none of the above

38. If the setup cost is Rs 10,000 per setup, annual demand is 100,000 units and holding cost is Rs. 200 per unit per year the optimal batch quantity in production should be (rounded off):   (a) 3162   (b) 316   (c) 31623   (d) 3000

39. Kanban is:   (a) a push production system   (b) another word for MRP system   (c) a pull system based on a 'visible record' or 'card'   (d) input output system

40. If D is the demand per unit of time, L is the lead time, A is the container capacity and S the safety stock factor,the number of Kanbans N will be :   (a) DL(1+S)/A   (b) A(1+S)/D   (c) LAS(1+D)/24   (d) (D/A)+L+S

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe sourcing of vendors in case of ‘B’ type of items is :-Correct AnswerMediumYour AnswerMinimum

Select The BlankQuestionIn the assignment model, the________ is formed between jobs and machines.Correct AnswerMatrixYour AnswerMatrix

Select The BlankQuestionProduction Planning and Control department acts as a link between company’s sales and ________ department.Correct AnswerManufacturingYour AnswerManufacturing

Select The BlankQuestion________ is used for planning capacity.Correct AnswerStandard TimeYour AnswerStandard Time

Select The BlankQuestionBeing capable to adjust their production facilities shortly just after change in demand for products and without incurring heavy expenses, greater flexibility in production is

provided by ________.Correct AnswerJob & batch productionYour AnswerContinuous production

True/FalseQuestionPERT uses linear programming and probability concepts for planning and controlling activities.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionProper Production Planning and Control can reduce cost in :-Correct AnswerOvertime costYour AnswerOvertime cost

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionDetachable ticket, after filling in required information is :-Correct AnswerPlaced in a tray/boxYour AnswerPlaced in a tray/box

Select The BlankQuestionThe effectiveness of sequencing model technique ________ if the company has backlog of orders.Correct AnswerIncreasesYour AnswerDecreases

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionComputerisation of line balancing involve following requirements :-Correct AnswerSystem software , Application software , User friendly interface

Your AnswerSystem software , Application software , User friendly interface

True/FalseQuestionCurve fitting method of statistical forecasting uses curve line approach.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

True/FalseQuestionIf set up time for four operations involved is 2 ,1.5, 2 , 2.5 hours respectively, total set up time would be 10 hours.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerBought out materials required for production process but do not become part of finished product.Maintenance, repair, operating [MRO] inventoriesMaintenance, repair, operating [MRO] inventoriesFinished goods, ready for sale to customerFinished goods inventoryFinished goods inventoryIdle resource of any kind having economic valueInventoryInventoryRaw materials, parts, components required to produced finished productProduction inventoryProduction inventory

Select The BlankQuestionRational figure on utilization index can be obtained by carrying out ________ study.Correct AnswerWork- samplingYour AnswerWork- sampling

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe assignment algorithm was developed by a Hungarian mathematician named :-Correct AnswerD. KonigYour AnswerD. Konig

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe minimum requirements for application software for line balancing are as follows :-Correct Answer1 Ghz processor , 1 Gb hard Disk free memory , Windows or equivalent operating system.Your Answer1 Ghz processor , 1 Gb hard Disk free memory , Windows or equivalent operating system.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionA firm has 6 jobs to be processed on three machines A,B and C in the order ABC. The processing time of each job is given in the table below:- Find the idle time on different machines . Job Processing time [ hours ] Machine A Machine B Machine C J1 25 16 20 J2 26 20 19 J3 24 17 18 J4 22 20 21 J5 24 21 17 J6 28 18 13Correct Answer74 , 31 , 58Your Answer31 , 58 , 60

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionPERT terminology uses words like :-Correct AnswerNetwork diagram , Events , SlackYour AnswerNetwork diagram , Events , Slack

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe most common assembly line is a moving conveyor that passes a series of workstations in a uniform time interval called :-Correct AnswerCycle timeYour AnswerCycle time

True/FalseQuestionThe make-or-buy decision is not related with profit of the factory.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

Select The BlankQuestionGenerally for ________ flow system, Heuristic method is preferred.Correct AnswerIntermittentYour AnswerIntermittent

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionDocument raised by sales department to authorise activities of PPC department for items manufactured to customers order is called :-Correct AnswerOrder AcceptanceYour AnswerOrder Acceptance

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhat factors affect the status of PPC department in the company for achieving informal status?Correct AnswerManufacturing Process , Work is highly repetitive , Number of workmen is not very largeYour AnswerManufacturing Process , Work is highly repetitive , Number of workmen is not very large

True/FalseQuestionIncrease in inventory carrying cost increases EOQ.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

True/FalseQuestionProgressing is only a substitute for poor planning.Correct Answer

FalseYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionDetachable Card contain following information :-Correct AnswerQuantity produced , Operation , Date of completionYour AnswerQuantity produced , Operation , Date of completion

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWeaknesses of PPC department can be studied on following grounds :-Correct AnswerFailures in delivery commitment , Cancellation of orders , Complaints from customersYour AnswerFailures in delivery commitment , Cancellation of orders , Complaints from customers

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionActivity R can not start unless activities P & Q are completed . And activity S can not start unless activity Q is over [ I.e. activity P may not be even over ]. Activity R is therefore succedding to activity P & Q while activity S is succeeding to activity :-Correct AnswerQYour AnswerQ

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIf the annual usage of a material is 1200 units and the reorder point is at 120 Units, find the lead time.Correct Answer4 monthsYour Answer4 months

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionDue to the following emergent events, the queue time has to compensate for the time for which the job has to undergo an extra time :-Correct AnswerTool breakage , Job split up , Change in priorities

Your AnswerTool breakage , Job split up , Change in priorities

True/FalseQuestionStores issue order for an item is prepared as soon as the route sheet is ready.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionTime study is useful method of measurement for :-Correct AnswerShort cycle time operationsYour AnswerLong cycle time operations

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerIndex methodLoading and allocation of different jobs on different machinesLoading and allocation of different jobs on different machinesCritical Path AnalysisSchedule of activities of projectSchedule of activities of projectJonsons methodOptimal job sequence for 2 machines n jobsSchedule using priority numbersCritical Ratio SchedulingEstablishing priorities among jobsEstablishing priorities among jobs

Select The BlankQuestionIn check list approach, ________ rating indicates that existing PPC system requires some major improvements in indicated areas.Correct AnswerFairYour AnswerFair

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionBecause of following reasons there are limitations in forwarding quotation against sales enquiry :-Correct AnswerThe lot is not as per EOQ , Tools / plants required to execute order are not available. , The item is not within the manufacturing range of a companyYour AnswerThe lot is not as per EOQ , Tools / plants required to execute order are not available. , The item is not within the manufacturing range of a company

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionFollowing are the factors which influence tool life :-Correct AnswerType of tool , Material it is required to operate upon , Operators efficiencyYour AnswerType of tool , Material it is required to operate upon , Operators efficiency

True/FalseQuestionC type items would never be vital under VED analysis.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe Hungarian method is based on following assumptions :-Correct AnswerTasks differ in their work contents and facility differ in their capabilities. , Only one task can be assigned to each facility. , As only one task can be assigned to each facility, the matrix must be of nXn order.Your AnswerTasks differ in their work contents and facility differ in their capabilities. , Only one task can be assigned to each facility. , As only one task can be assigned to each facility, the matrix must be of nXn order.

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe ratio between “time when a product is required” and ” time when the product is supplied ” is known as :-Correct AnswerCritical ratio

Your AnswerCritical ratio

Select The BlankQuestion________ inventories help to balance company’s supply with market demand.Correct AnswerFinished goodsYour AnswerFinished goods

True/FalseQuestionIn order to complete a project on time, each critical activity need not be completed in time.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionProduction output in night shift is :-Correct AnswerLess than I shift productionYour AnswerLess than I shift production

Select The BlankQuestion________reflects impact of money tied up in inventory.Correct AnswerInventory turnoverYour AnswerInventory turnover

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe line of balance is a device for planning and monitoring progress of :-Correct AnswerPurchase order execution , Project execution , Targeted programsYour AnswerPurchase order execution , Project execution , Targeted programs

Select The BlankQuestion

Forecasting is function of ________.Correct AnswerMarketing departmentYour AnswerChief Executive officer

True/FalseQuestionThe Heuristics approach has a base of binary number theory.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhat shall be the consequence of acceptance of frequent rush orders by sales department?Correct AnswerDelivery failureYour AnswerDisturbed scheduling

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe commonly used network techniques other than PERT and CPM are as follows :-Correct AnswerMOSS [ Multi Operation Scheduling System ] , PCS [ Project Control System ] , GERT [ Graphical Evaluation Review Techniques ]Your AnswerMOSS [ Multi Operation Scheduling System ] , PCS [ Project Control System ] , GERT [ Graphical Evaluation Review Techniques ]

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIn an unbalanced assignment, the tasks can be balanced by adding :-Correct AnswerDummy tasksYour AnswerDummy tasks

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionOne of the causes of inability to meet delivery date originally promised :-

Correct AnswerLack of availability of material in timeYour AnswerLack of availability of material in time

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe main characteristics of mass and flow production are :-Correct AnswerContinuous flow of material , Low skilled labour , Easy supervisionYour AnswerContinuous flow of material , Low skilled labour , Easy supervision

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionIn a mass production assembly shop following work measurement techniques are used :-Correct AnswerTime study , Work sampling , Production studyYour AnswerTime study , Work sampling , Production study

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionAs the quantity increases, the procurement cost :-Correct AnswerReducesYour AnswerReduces

True/FalseQuestionFluctuation due to changes in season are called cyclical fluctuation.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionA type items are always vital under VED analysis.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Select The BlankQuestionRandom fluctuation is considered for deciding ________.Correct AnswerAnalytical estimateYour AnswerSeasonal fluctuation

True/FalseQuestionIn assignment matrix, it is a must to determine Jacobean of the determinant.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Select The BlankQuestionIf Kwh consumption per 100 pieces is 8.01 and cost/kwh is Rs 0.80 the cost of power over the year for 40000 pieces with 2000 numbers rejection would be Rs ________.Correct Answer2692Your Answer2692

Select The BlankQuestionAt each ________, work is performed on a product either by adding parts or by completing assembly operations.Correct AnswerWork stationYour AnswerWork station

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionTo operate fixed order quantity system, following parameters are required to be fixed:-Correct AnswerStandard reorder quantity , Minimum stock , Re-order pointYour AnswerMinimum stock , Re-order point , Standard reorder quantity

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhy customer is called the king?Correct Answer

Customer’s orders gives us workYour AnswerCustomer’s orders gives us work

Select The BlankQuestionA progress card normally contains ________ squares.Correct AnswerLess than 25Your AnswerLess than 25

Select The BlankQuestion________ models of OR serve as an ideal aid for determining optimal sequence of jobs.Correct AnswerSequencingYour AnswerSequencing

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionOrdering of raw material is based on :-Correct AnswerSales forecastYour AnswerSales forecast

Select The BlankQuestionHeuristics approach gave very good results when Wester and Kilbridge applied it to ________ assembly line.Correct AnswerTVYour AnswerCar

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhat can be the consequence of inefficient working of department like sales?Correct AnswerFailure on delivery date to customerYour AnswerFailure on delivery date to customer

True/FalseQuestionIn PERT, use of dummy activities is not much essential.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWork measurement is responsibility of :-Correct AnswerPPC , Industrial Engineering , Production departmentYour AnswerPPC , Industrial Engineering , Production department

Select The BlankQuestionThe batch production requires ________ capital investment as compared to job production.Correct AnswerHighYour AnswerHigh

Select The BlankQuestionTime waste is the earliest of all wastes and yet the________ to correct because it does not litter the floor.Correct AnswerHazardsYour AnswerHazards

True/FalseQuestionTo solve “n jobs – 2 machines” sequencing problem, it is assumed that each machine can perform only one type of operation and can undertake only one job at a time.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionPERT is suitable in defense projects and R&D where activity times can not be really

predicted.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionIn precedence diagram the length of arrow has very high degree of significance.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionEarliest possible occurrence time [ I.e. stray time ] of activity [ies ] emanating from the event is represented by :-Correct AnswerEarliest event timeYour AnswerEarliest event time

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThey are type of analytical estimate :-Correct AnswerMoving average , Exponential smothering , Curve fittingYour AnswerMoving average , Exponential smothering , Curve fitting

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe production system characterized by complex set of activities that must be performed in a particular order within a given period and within an estimated expenditure is known as :-Correct AnswerProject productionYour AnswerProject production

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerTime taken by each job at each machine

Processing timeProcessing timeTime between starting of first job and completion of last jobElapsed timeElapsed timeNumber of stages the job has to passNumber of machinesNumber of machinesTime during which the machine is standstillIdle timeIdle time

Select The BlankQuestionIn the assignment model, the measure of effectiveness of each job for each machine can be represented by means of ________.Correct AnswerMatrixYour AnswerMatrix

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe ROI of the company can be increased by :-Correct AnswerIncreasing profit & decreasing inventoryYour AnswerIncreasing investment/sales ratio

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe software for CPA would require the following parameters:-Correct AnswerAlgorithms , Program code , DatabaseYour AnswerAlgorithms , Program code , Database

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionSome of significant characteristics of fixed order quantity system under replenishment systems are as follows :-Correct AnswerSafety stock is kept to take care of increase in demand during lead time as well as to meet demand when lead time is extended. , Re-order level equals safety stock plus average consumption during lead time , Average inventory equals safety stock plus half of reorder quantity.

Your AnswerSafety stock is kept to take care of increase in demand during lead time as well as to meet demand when lead time is extended. , Re-order level equals safety stock plus average consumption during lead time , Average inventory equals safety stock plus half of reorder quantity.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionImportant considerations in scheduling are :-Correct AnswerDegree of centralization , Relative job priority , Load chartYour AnswerDegree of centralization , Relative job priority , Load chart

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionMethods for recording actual progress of work for shop orders are :-Correct AnswerProgress card , Display board , Network updatingYour AnswerProgress card , Display board , Network updating

Select The BlankQuestionThe unit cost of manufacturing is largest in case of ________.Correct AnswerJob productionYour AnswerJob production

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerHML AnalysisPrice orientationPrice orientationSDE AnalysisProcurement difficultiesProcurement difficultiesABC analysisUsage valueUsage valueVED AnalysisCriticalityCriticality

True/FalseQuestionThe non-mathematical rationale of the assignment method is one of minimizing opportunity costs.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalse

True/FalseQuestionMoving average method lags behind the latest trend.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionThe ‘G’ group of GOLF analysis involves moderate delivery time and availability of credit usually in the range of 30 to 60 days.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionFollowing difficulties are faced by SDE analysis :-Correct AnswerMore delivery period , Geographical location of supplier , Reliability of suppliersYour AnswerMore delivery period , Geographical location of supplier , Reliability of suppliers

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe work measurement and time study belong to the school of management which was pioneered by :-Correct AnswerFedric Winslow TaylorYour AnswerFedric Winslow Taylor

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionStock of finished goods are based on :-

Correct AnswerSales forecastYour AnswerSales forecast

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe data in respect of spindle nose pertains to :-Correct AnswerToolingYour AnswerRaw material data

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionIn linear programming method of line balancing, there are three types of constraints namely :-Correct AnswerCycle time constraint , Step or task constraint , Precedence constraintsYour AnswerCycle time constraint , Step or task constraint , Precedence constraints

Select The BlankQuestionBuying for C quantities should be made in ________ quantities .Correct AnswerLargeYour AnswerLargeLIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

True/FalseQuestionPurchase department must keep PPC informed regarding lead time of different items specially where lead times are extended.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionIn order to complete a project on time, each critical activity need not be completed in time.Correct AnswerFalse

Your AnswerFalse

Select The BlankQuestionBecause of uncertainty of activity timings, PERT acquired a shape of ________ model.Correct AnswerProbabilisticYour AnswerProbabilistic

True/FalseQuestionFlexibility and product variety are not inter-related with each other.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe ‘G’ group of GOLF analysis covers items procurement from Government suppliers such as :-Correct AnswerSTC , MMTC , Public Sector UndertakingYour AnswerSTC , MMTC , Public Sector Undertaking

Select The BlankQuestionBuying for C quantities should be made in ________ quantities .Correct AnswerLargeYour AnswerSmall

Select The BlankQuestionOf all the work measurement techniques the most widely used techniques is________.Correct AnswerTime studyYour AnswerTime study

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion

Keeping available time per day constant, if the desired production rate per day is to be doubled ,cycle time will be reduced by :-Correct Answer0.5Your Answer0.5

Select The BlankQuestionIn alternate routing, the delayed job may be routed to a ________ machine where rate of production is faster.Correct AnswerCostlierYour AnswerNew

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionMass & flow production and process production are categorized under :-Correct AnswerContinuous productionYour AnswerContinuous production

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe earliest start time of an activity equals to earliest event time of :-Correct AnswerTail eventYour AnswerHead event

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIf efficiency is more, the manufacturing time required for completion of job would be generally :-Correct AnswerLessYour AnswerLess

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerMove order

Transport material from and to required work centersTransport material from and to required work centersMaterials OrderAllocation of material required in connection with shop orderAllocation of material required in connection with shop orderWork OrderBird’s eye view of production programmeOrder from contractor to execute jobProduction OrderReserve material required in connection with sales orderReserve material required in connection with sales order

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionDevelopment of additional vendors/suppliers depends upon :-Correct AnswerSales forecastYour AnswerSales forecast

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe assignment method is also called as :-Correct AnswerHungarian MethodYour AnswerHungarian Method

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionMaterial control function embraces a following techniques :-Correct AnswerMake -or -buy decision , Pareto’s analysis , Replenishment systemYour AnswerMake -or -buy decision , Replenishment system

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionOvertime can be avoided in many ways and they are :-Correct AnswerUnrealistic delivery date , Acceptance of too many rush order , Excessive machine breakdownYour AnswerAcceptance of too many rush order , Excessive machine breakdown , Insufficient manpower or machines

Select The BlankQuestionLead time is ________ for different items.Correct AnswerDifferentYour AnswerDifferent

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe tooling data is prepared in respect of following measuring instruments :-Correct AnswerVernier caliper , Micrometer screw gauge , Strain gaugeYour AnswerVernier caliper , Micrometer screw gauge , Strain gauge

True/FalseQuestionThe LOB technique is most appropriate for assembly operations involving number of distinct components.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Select The BlankQuestionIf number of work stations is 8 and work content of all stations is 32 , the cycle time would be ________.Correct Answer4Your Answer4

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe minimum requirements for application software for line balancing are as follows :-Correct Answer1 Ghz processor , 1 Gb hard Disk free memory , Windows or equivalent operating system.Your Answer1 Ghz processor , 1 Gb hard Disk free memory , Windows or equivalent operating system.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion

Detachable Card contain following information :-Correct AnswerQuantity produced , Operation , Date of completionYour AnswerQuantity produced , Operation , Sequence of operation

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe assembly work content [ Wi ] of the i’th station having n work stations is given by :-Correct Answerå Wi from i=1 to nYour AnswerWi / n

True/FalseQuestionProduction Planning and Control makes the supervisor ineffective.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalse

Select The BlankQuestion________ are grouped so that their total time is preferably equal to or little lesser than the time available each work station.Correct AnswerTasksYour AnswerAssembly lines

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe work measurement and time study belong to the following school of management :-Correct AnswerScientific School of managementYour AnswerScientific School of management

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionEconomic indicator for forecasting fertilizer requirements are :-Correct AnswerLand under cultivation , Trends of rainfall , Credit offered by banksYour AnswerLand under cultivation , Trends of rainfall , Credit offered by banks

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionAs the quantity increases, the procurement cost :-Correct AnswerReducesYour AnswerAlso increases

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionTo minimize total throughout time we are required to minimize :-Correct AnswerQueuing , Idle time , InventoryYour AnswerQueuing , Idle time

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionFollowing are the factors which influence tool life :-Correct AnswerType of tool , Material it is required to operate upon , Operators efficiencyYour AnswerType of tool , Material it is required to operate upon , Operators efficiency

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhat are the customer’s expectation from the supplier?Correct AnswerConsistent good quality of productsYour AnswerConsistent good quality of products

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhile communicating to customer on delays in delivery following information should be given :-Correct AnswerInformation on identification of job , Reasons for delays , Revised date of deliveryYour AnswerReasons for delays , Revised date of delivery , Derailed production records

Select The BlankQuestionJob production requires ________ capital investment.Correct AnswerLowest

Your AnswerHigh

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionTo operate fixed order quantity system, following parameters are required to be fixed:-Correct AnswerMinimum stock , Re-order point , Standard reorder quantityYour AnswerMinimum stock , Re-order point , Breakeven point

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerEnd piece allowanceMaterial insufficient to produce one pieceMaterial insufficient to produce one pieceStock allowanceQuantity to meet requirement of sparesQuantity to meet requirement of sparesMachining allowanceExtra material requirementExtra material requirementSpoilage allowanceProcess rejectionProcess rejection

Select The BlankQuestionWork sampling is ________Correct AnswerDone at random intervalYour AnswerDone continuously without interval

Select The BlankQuestionThe information on the nature of tooling required for an item can be obtained from its ________.Correct AnswerRoute sheetYour AnswerRoute sheet

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe main characteristics of jobbing production are :-Correct AnswerSmall production runs , Discontinuous flow of materials , Disproportionate manufacturing cycle timeYour AnswerSmall production runs , Discontinuous flow of materials , Disproportionate manufacturing cycle time

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionLet us suppose that activity P & Q can not start until activity R& S are completed. Activities P &Q are therefore :-Correct AnswerSucceedingYour AnswerSucceeding

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionCritical ratio equals to one indicates that :-Correct AnswerJob is just on schedule and requires to be watched closely.Your AnswerJob is just on schedule and requires to be watched closely.

True/FalseQuestionRandom fluctuation is addition of cyclical fluctuation and seasonal fluctuation.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionLabour efficiency factor is applied after capacity requirement of equipment is calculated.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

Select The BlankQuestion________ is the specific instant of time that marks start and end of activity.

Correct AnswerEventYour AnswerEvent

True/FalseQuestionIncrease in inventory carrying cost increases EOQ.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionA company where different personnel give conflicting delivery promises need to improve its scheduling and processing function.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionA type items are always vital under VED analysis.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrueLIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionPurchase cost include :-Correct AnswerExcise , Packing and forwarding , OctroiYour AnswerExcise , Octroi

True/FalseQuestionInspection operations is a part of process plan for a part.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhy customer is called the king?Correct AnswerCustomer’s orders gives us workYour AnswerCustomer’s orders gives us work

True/FalseQuestionTo solve “n jobs – 3 machines” sequencing problem, the largest of time of any job on the second machine must be smaller than or equal to the smallest time of any job on first machine or third machine.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionLine staff can assist PPC by manufacturing some of their needs in their own shops rather than making PPC to tool room or purchase.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionOrdering of raw material is based on :-Correct AnswerSales forecastYour AnswerMaterial availability

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe queue time is intended to compensate for the time for which the job has to :-Correct AnswerWait near the machines for its turn until other jobs ahead of it are completed. , Lie after its completion till is picked up and moved to next machine/work center. , Spend extra time due to emergent situationsYour AnswerWait near the machines for its turn until other jobs ahead of it are completed. , Lie after its completion till is picked up and moved to next machine/work center. , Wait until inspection and storage is completed.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionIn an organization, poor material handling system may result in the following :-Correct AnswerDamage to material/product , Delays in supply of material , Accidents while handlingYour AnswerDamage to material/product , Delays in supply of material , Accidents while handling

True/FalseQuestionLOB is a manual planning and scheduling technique similar in nature to MRP [Material Resource Planning].Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionStandard time accounts for :-Correct AnswerContingency allowance , Operator’s rating/efficiency , Tool change timeYour AnswerContingency allowance , Tool change time , Job splitting time

True/FalseQuestionAs per a study on materials management practices, a typical firm spends almost half of its rupee sales on goods purchased from vendors.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalse

Select The BlankQuestion________ analysis mainly helps to identify non-existing items for which store keeps bin cards, wastes computer memory or wastes computer stationary while preparing stores ledger.Correct AnswerMNG AnalysisYour AnswerSOS Analysis

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion

If more variety is to be manufactured, the manufacturing facilities would have to be :-Correct AnswerCommonisedYour AnswerExpanded

True/FalseQuestionWork measurement is not useful for choosing between two alternate methods of production.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

True/FalseQuestionOn completion of work the job card is returned to production planning and control department for reference and record.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionCurve fitting method of statistical forecasting uses curve line approach.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

Select The BlankQuestion________ is a production line made up of operations that form or change the physical or sometimes chemical characteristics of a product.Correct AnswerFabrication lineYour AnswerAssembly line

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionKeeping procurement cost and carrying cost constant, if annual usage of certain product becomes 4 times, the EOQ would be :-Correct Answer

DoubledYour AnswerHalved

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionLOB technique was devised by US army in the year :-Correct Answer1952Your Answer1955

True/FalseQuestionTransit time for manufactured items should be considered only when it is insignificant.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion5 jobs are to be processed on machines M1 and M2 , first on M1 and then on M2. The processing times in hours are as follows.Find the sequence for 5 jobs that will minimize total elapsed time .also find idle time & total elapsed time. Job Processing time [ hours ] Machine M1 Machine M2 1 5 2 2 1 6 8 9 7 6 3 8 5 10 4Correct Answer2-4-3-5-1 , Minimum time 28 hours , Idle time = 1 & 2 Hours for M1 & M2 respectively.Your Answer2-4-3-5-1 , Minimum time 28 hours , Idle time = 1 & 2 Hours for M1 & M2 respectively.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionSDE analysis is based on problems of procurement namely :-Correct AnswerNon-availability , Scarcity , Longer lead timeYour AnswerNon-availability , Scarcity , Longer lead time

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionIn a mass production assembly shop following work measurement techniques are used :-Correct AnswerTime study , Work sampling , Production studyYour AnswerTime study , Production study , Analytical estimating

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionDue to the following emergent events, the queue time has to compensate for the time for which the job has to undergo an extra time :-Correct AnswerTool breakage , Job split up , Change in prioritiesYour AnswerTool breakage , Job split up , Store inventory

Select The BlankQuestionGiven the following data :- procurement cost per order = Rs 30 ; frequency of ordering per year =4 ; number of suppliers = 3 . Form the above data, total procurement cost would be Rs ________.Correct Answer360Your Answer40

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionIn replenishment system, the fixed order quantity system is also called by following names :-Correct AnswerFixed order system , Min-max system , Re-order point systemYour AnswerFixed order system , Min-max system , Re-order point system

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionGiven a decision for designing a line layout, major problem is subdividing a work so that smooth flow can result. The subdivision process is called :-Correct AnswerLine balancingYour AnswerLine balancing

True/FalseQuestionIn CPM, use of dummy activities is much essential .Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe commonly used network techniques other than PERT and CPM are as follows :-Correct AnswerMOSS [ Multi Operation Scheduling System ] , PCS [ Project Control System ] , GERT [ Graphical Evaluation Review Techniques ]Your AnswerMOSS [ Multi Operation Scheduling System ] , PCS [ Project Control System ] , GERT [ Graphical Evaluation Review Techniques ]

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerWork elementSmallest portion of work identified during the breakdown analysis of the job.Smallest portion of work identified during the breakdown analysis of the job.Production lineArrangement of workstations where each workman performs a pre-determined task on an incomplete unit which passes down the line of subsequent unit until it is finished.Arrangement of workstations where each workman performs a pre-determined task on an incomplete unit which passes down the line of subsequent unit until it is finished.Work StationAssigned location, zone, place or stage in assembly where designated work is performed on part component of product.Assigned location, zone, place or stage in assembly where designated work is performed on part component of product.Station work contentTime required to perform the designated amount of work at a given work station and is obtained by adding up time of work elements allotted to the work station.Time after which a finished product comes off the production line.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionSteps involved in process planning include the following :-Correct AnswerEnlist feature influencing selection of manufacturing process , Prepare sequence of basic operation , Write down route sheetYour AnswerPrepare sequence of basic operation , Write down route sheet , Indent requirement of tooling and fixtures

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionEffective capacity per period is calculated as :-Correct Answer

Multiplication of net capacity with labour efficiencyYour AnswerMultiplication of net capacity by utilization index

Select The BlankQuestionOrders with ________ slack time remaining per operation are run first.Correct AnswerShortestYour AnswerLongest

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerTime taken by each job at each machineProcessing timeJob timeTime between starting of first job and completion of last jobElapsed timeProcessing timeNumber of stages the job has to passNumber of machinesNumber of machinesTime during which the machine is standstillIdle timeJob priority

Select The BlankQuestionLOB has advantage that it is more ________ oriented than MRP.Correct AnswerCustomerYour AnswerPractical

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionA company has 10 machines, working in two shifts. Utilization index is 0.75 and shop efficiency is 80%. Effective capacity hours for loading and scheduling are :-Correct Answer576Your Answer576

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe cost involved in subcontracting some of the operations of item outside the home plant is called :-Correct AnswerOutside operations costYour AnswerOutdoor cost

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionLOB deals with :-Correct AnswerIdentification of crucial operations in a job , Establishment of schedules of crucial operations , Attraction of attention of those who do not conform to the schedule.Your AnswerIdentification of crucial operations in a job , Establishment of schedules of crucial operations , Attraction of attention of those who do not conform to the schedule.

Select The BlankQuestion________items should be excluded from ABC Analysis.Correct AnswerNon-movingYour AnswerSeasonal

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionTo keep facilities busy, waiting time due to non-availability of work should be kept at :-Correct AnswerMinimum .Your AnswerMinimum .

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionInstalled capacity :-Correct AnswerCan be equal to or less than licensed capacityYour AnswerCan be equal to or less than licensed capacity

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionScheduling can be considered as a process of :-

Correct AnswerFitting shop order into uncommitted time available for a machineYour AnswerDetermining time required for each operation

Select The BlankQuestionShort term forecasts are for ________.Correct AnswerMaterial PlanningYour AnswerMaterial Planning

Select The BlankQuestionThe ________ makes scheduling process simpler but does not provide economy in manufacture.Correct AnswerFirst-come-first scheduledYour AnswerFirst-come-first scheduled

Select The BlankQuestionGood quality and ________are the two main requirements to secure maximum business from a customer.Correct AnswerCompetitive ratesYour AnswerCompetitive rates

Select The BlankQuestionGenerally for ________ flow system, Heuristic method is preferred.Correct AnswerIntermittentYour AnswerContinuous

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionSequencing helps management to determine the most economical job sequence the one that consumes minimum :-Correct AnswerElapsed time

Your AnswerLead time

True/FalseQuestionWhen shop floor scheduling problem larger than 3 machines arise the analytical solution procedures leading to optimality are complex and difficult.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionTotal lead time is the summation of following factors :-Correct AnswerQueue and transit time , Manufacturing time , Order preparation timeYour AnswerManufacturing time , Delay time , Queue and transit time

Select The BlankQuestionLabour efficiency depends upon ________Correct AnswerTraining and experienceYour AnswerTraining and experience

Select The BlankQuestionThe LOB technique is made more accurate and fast by using ________.Correct AnswerComputersYour AnswerLog-tables

Select The BlankQuestionProcess plan is the process of establishing the ________ and most economical path that each part is to follow from raw material stage to finished product stage.Correct AnswerShortestYour AnswerOptimum

Select The BlankQuestion________reflects impact of money tied up in inventory.Correct AnswerInventory turnoverYour AnswerInventory turnover

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe check list approach comprises of following parameters :-Correct AnswerEach department head concerned with efficiency of PPC function is given a set of questions to be answered. , The department head has to answer in “Yes/no” format only , Each “Yes” answer gives one negative scoreYour AnswerEach department head concerned with efficiency of PPC function is given a set of questions to be answered. , The department head has to answer in “Yes/no” format only , Each “Yes” answer gives one negative score

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIn ABC analysis, the classification is based on :-Correct AnswerCumulative costYour AnswerCarrying cost

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionFind EOQ in Rs from the following data :-Annual consumption = 20, 000 units, Ordering and receiving cost of material = Rs 20 per order, Annual carrying cost or storage cost = 10% of unit cost of material, Cost of material = Rs 50.Correct Answer20000Your Answer10000

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionSpares without which the system will not work are categorized as :-Correct AnswerVitalYour AnswerVital

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerOrder quantityFactor influencing process planningFactor influencing process planningMachine capacity chartDimensional accuracySpecial purpose machinesMass productionSpecial purpose machinesGeneral purpose machines with special toolingsStandard elemental time dataCompare alternative processesBreak even analysis

True/FalseQuestionC type items would never be vital under VED analysis.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

True/FalseQuestionIn replenishment system, the type of ordering is either according to “stock level” or “pre-fixed time scale”.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionAt company’s subsidiary stores /tool crib following tools are stored :-Correct AnswerConsumable tools , Inspection fixtures , Instruments and gaugesYour AnswerConsumable tools , Inspection fixtures , Instruments and gauges

True/FalseQuestionExponential smoothening is weighted average method.Correct Answer

TrueYour AnswerTrue

Select The BlankQuestionThe administrative lead time e.g. time involved in processing the order, which may be in periodical review system including the period until next review is called ________ lead time.Correct AnswerInternalYour AnswerCumulative

Select The BlankQuestionHeuristics methods involve drawing procedure diagram which indicates the ________ available for transferring tasks laterally from one column to another to arrive at most promising balance.Correct AnswerFlexibilityYour AnswerFlexibility

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe light engineering company has one special purpose facing & centering machine And one copying lathe. The foreman has five work orders for processing . The operation Sequence is fixed [ each job is first faced and centered and then copy turned ] . The standard Hours required for each machine to process each work order are shown in the following Table :- Work Order Processing Time [Hours ] Facing & centering machine Copying Lathe I 16 40 II 30 60 III 20 6 IV 15 16 V 25 12 find sequence to minimize requirements of machine hours.Correct AnswerIV-I-II-V-IIIYour AnswerII-III-IV-I-V

True/FalseQuestionIn PERT, use of dummy activities is not much essential.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionThe make-or-buy decision is not taken only at starting of a factory but has to be reviewed continuously.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Select The BlankQuestionOnly satisfied customers get in ________ from new customers.Correct AnswerBusinessYour AnswerBusiness

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe following are salient features of the fixed order quantity system :-Correct AnswerReorder quantity is always the same which is usually economic order quantity , The time interval between deliveries varies. , Replenishment action is initiated when the stock on hand is just sufficient to meet demand during the lead time.Your AnswerReorder quantity is always the same which is usually economic order quantity , Replenishment action is initiated when the stock on hand is just sufficient to meet demand during the lead time. , Percent cumulative cost of item is taken into consideration.

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerTool orderTo instruct tool crib to keep tools readyInstruct to issue toolsMove orderMovement of material from stores to first machineMovement of material from stores to first machineStores issue orderInstruction to stores to issue materialInstruction to stores to issue materialInspection orderReport inspection resultsReport inspection results

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionResponsibility of smooth flow of work through different work centers or departments of company rests with :-Correct AnswerProduction control departmentYour AnswerProduction control department

Select The BlankQuestion________ is the sum of set up time and run time.Correct AnswerManufacturing timeYour AnswerManufacturing time

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionDetachable ticket, after filling in required information is :-Correct AnswerPlaced in a tray/boxYour AnswerGiven to progress section

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionSubsidiary orders include :-Correct AnswerMaterial Order , Shop order , Inspection orderYour AnswerMaterial Order , Shop order , Inspection order

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionLong termed forecasts are for the period of :-Correct Answer5 to 10 yearsYour AnswerOne year

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionIf actual demand far exceeds forecast, it will result into :-Correct AnswerBetter utilization of equipment , Project margin , Higher material purchase

Your AnswerBetter utilization of equipment , Higher material purchase , Increase in labour productivity

Select The BlankQuestionClassification of items on basis of their capital lock up is called ________ analysis.Correct AnswerXYZYour AnswerVED

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionPhysical Count method of collecting information from manufacturing shops is applicable in following situation :-Correct AnswerWorkshops employing few machinesYour AnswerWorkshops producing small parts in huge quantities

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe expected time can be minimised by minimising following parameters :-Correct AnswerOptimistic time , Pessimistic time , Most likely timeYour AnswerPessimistic time , Lead time

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIn order to maintain precedence relationships, the most common approach is to make use of :-Correct AnswerPrecedence diagramsYour AnswerPrecedence diagrams

True/FalseQuestionThere are five manufacturing systems. However, many manufacturers combines two or more systems to produce a final product.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionHML Analysis helps to :-Correct AnswerAccess storage & security requirements , Keep control over departmental head level , Determine frequency of stock verificationYour AnswerAccess storage & security requirements , Determine frequency of stock verification , Controls carrying cost

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe sourcing of vendors in case of ‘B’ type of items is :-Correct AnswerMediumYour AnswerMinimum

Select The BlankQuestionProduction Planning and Control department acts as a link between company’s sales and ________ department.Correct AnswerManufacturingYour AnswerManufacturing

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionMove orders, released for material movement from stores to first work center are used for following types of organizations :-Correct AnswerBig steel plants , Power plants , Heavy machinery manufacturersYour AnswerBig steel plants , Heavy machinery manufacturers , High volume white goods manufacturers

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionSmoothing performs following activities:-Correct AnswerReallocation of resources , Improving utilization of resources , Conducting Heuristic approachYour AnswerImproving utilization of resources , Conducting Heuristic approach , Conducting Load flow analysis

Select The BlankQuestion________ phase of PPC makes sure that the programmed production is constantly maintained.Correct AnswerControlYour AnswerControl

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionProcess Sheet contains following information :-Correct AnswerMaterial Specification , Sequence of operation , Skill of LabourYour AnswerMaterial Specification , Sequence of operation , Order Quantity

True/FalseQuestionThe make-or-buy decision becomes necessary when the current source of supply is not able to supply the material in accordance with buyer’s quality requirements.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionNegative value of critical ratio :-Correct AnswerIs meaninglessYour AnswerIndicates shortfall in scheduled delivery period

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionIn linear programming method of line balancing, there are three types of constraints namely :-Correct AnswerCycle time constraint , Step or task constraint , Precedence constraintsYour AnswerCycle time constraint , Step or task constraint , Precedence constraints

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionLet us suppose that activity M & N can not start until activity K & L are completed.

Activities K &L are therefore :-Correct AnswerPrecedingYour AnswerPreceding

True/FalseQuestionXYZ analysis helps to identify few items which account for large amount of money locked up in the stock and take steps for liquidation / reduction.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalse

True/FalseQuestionOverlapping of operations helps in compressing manufacturing time.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalse

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

The commonly used network techniques other than PERT and CPM are

as follows :-

Correct Answer

MOSS [ Multi Operation Scheduling System ] , PCS [ Project Control

System ] , GERT [ Graphical Evaluation Review Techniques ]

Your Answer

MOSS [ Multi Operation Scheduling System ] , PCS [ Project Control

System ] , GERT [ Graphical Evaluation Review Techniques ]

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

In an unbalanced assignment, the tasks can be balanced by adding :-

Correct Answer

Dummy tasks

Your Answer

Dummy tasks

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

One of the causes of inability to meet delivery date originally promised

:-

Correct Answer

Lack of availability of material in time

Your Answer

Lack of availability of material in time

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

The main characteristics of mass and flow production are :-

Correct Answer

Continuous flow of material , Low skilled labour , Easy supervision

Your Answer

Continuous flow of material , Low skilled labour , Easy supervision

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

In a mass production assembly shop following work measurement

techniques are used :-

Correct Answer

Time study , Work sampling , Production study

Your Answer

Time study , Work sampling , Production study

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

As the quantity increases, the procurement cost :-

Correct Answer

Reduces

Your Answer

Reduces

True/False

Question

Fluctuation due to changes in season are called cyclical fluctuation.

Correct Answer

False

Your Answer

True

True/False

Question

A type items are always vital under VED analysis.

Correct Answer

False

Your Answer

False

Select The Blank

Question

Random fluctuation is considered for deciding ________.

Correct Answer

Analytical estimate

Your Answer

Seasonal fluctuation

True/False

Question

In assignment matrix, it is a must to determine Jacobean of the

determinant.

Correct Answer

False

Your Answer

False

Select The Blank

Question

If Kwh consumption per 100 pieces is 8.01 and cost/kwh is Rs 0.80 the

cost of power over the year for 40000 pieces with 2000 numbers

rejection would be Rs ________.

Correct Answer

2692

Your Answer

2692

Select The Blank

Question

At each ________, work is performed on a product either by adding

parts or by completing assembly operations.

Correct Answer

Work station

Your Answer

Work station

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

To operate fixed order quantity system, following parameters are

required to be fixed:-

Correct Answer

Standard reorder quantity , Minimum stock , Re-order point

Your Answer

Minimum stock , Re-order point , Standard reorder quantity

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

Why customer is called the king?

Correct Answer

Customer's orders gives us work

Your Answer

Customer's orders gives us work

Select The Blank

Question

A progress card normally contains ________ squares.

Correct Answer

Less than 25

Your Answer

Less than 25

Select The Blank

Question

________ models of OR serve as an ideal aid for determining optimal

sequence of jobs.

Correct Answer

Sequencing

Your Answer

Sequencing

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

Ordering of raw material is based on :-

Correct Answer

Sales forecast

Your Answer

Sales forecast

Select The Blank

Question

Heuristics approach gave very good results when Wester and Kilbridge

applied it to ________ assembly line.

Correct Answer

TV

Your Answer

Car

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

What can be the consequence of inefficient working of department like

sales?

Correct Answer

Failure on delivery date to customer

Your Answer

Failure on delivery date to customer

True/False

Question

In PERT, use of dummy activities is not much essential.

Correct Answer

False

Your Answer

False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

Work measurement is responsibility of :-

Correct Answer

PPC , Industrial Engineering , Production department

Your Answer

PPC , Industrial Engineering , Production department

Select The Blank

Question

The batch production requires ________ capital investment as compared

to job production.

Correct Answer

High

Your Answer

High

Select The Blank

Question

Time waste is the earliest of all wastes and yet the________ to correct

because it does not litter the floor.

Correct Answer

Hazards

Your Answer

Hazards

True/False

Question

To solve "n jobs - 2 machines" sequencing problem, it is assumed that

each machine can perform only one type of operation and can

undertake only one job at a time.

Correct Answer

True

Your Answer

True

True/False

Question

PERT is suitable in defense projects and R&D where activity times can

not be really predicted.

Correct Answer

True

Your Answer

True

True/False

Question

In precedence diagram the length of arrow has very high degree of

significance.

Correct Answer

False

Your Answer

True

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

Earliest possible occurrence time [ I.e. stray time ] of activity [ies ]

emanating from the event is represented by :-

Correct Answer

Earliest event time

Your Answer

Earliest event time

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

They are type of analytical estimate :-

Correct Answer

Moving average , Exponential smothering , Curve fitting

Your Answer

Moving average , Exponential smothering , Curve fitting

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

The production system characterized by complex set of activities that

must be performed in a particular order within a given period and

within an estimated expenditure is known as :-

Correct Answer

Project production

Your Answer

Project production

Match The Following

Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer

Time taken by each job at each machine

Processing time

Processing time

Time between starting of first job and completion of last job

Elapsed time

Elapsed time

Number of stages the job has to pass

Number of machines

Number of machines

Time during which the machine is standstill

Idle time

Idle time

Select The Blank

Question

In the assignment model, the measure of effectiveness of each job for

each machine can be represented by means of ________.

Correct Answer

Matrix

Your Answer

Matrix

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

The ROI of the company can be increased by :-

Correct Answer

Increasing profit & decreasing inventory

Your Answer

Increasing investment/sales ratio

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

The software for CPA would require the following parameters:-

Correct Answer

Algorithms , Program code , Database

Your Answer

Algorithms , Program code , Database

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

Some of significant characteristics of fixed order quantity system under

replenishment systems are as follows :-

Correct Answer

Safety stock is kept to take care of increase in demand during lead

time as well as to meet demand when lead time is extended. , Re-order

level equals safety stock plus average consumption during lead time ,

Average inventory equals safety stock plus half of reorder quantity.

Your Answer

Safety stock is kept to take care of increase in demand during lead

time as well as to meet demand when lead time is extended. , Re-order

level equals safety stock plus average consumption during lead time ,

Average inventory equals safety stock plus half of reorder quantity.

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

Important considerations in scheduling are :-

Correct Answer

Degree of centralization , Relative job priority , Load chart

Your Answer

Degree of centralization , Relative job priority , Load chart

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

Methods for recording actual progress of work for shop orders are :-

Correct Answer

Progress card , Display board , Network updating

Your Answer

Progress card , Display board , Network updating

Select The Blank

Question

The unit cost of manufacturing is largest in case of ________.

Correct Answer

Job production

Your Answer

Job production

Match The Following

Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer

HML Analysis

Price orientation

Price orientation

SDE Analysis

Procurement difficulties

Procurement difficulties

ABC analysis

Usage value

Usage value

VED Analysis

Criticality

Criticality

True/False

Question

The non-mathematical rationale of the assignment method is one of

minimizing opportunity costs.

Correct Answer

True

Your Answer

False

True/False

Question

Moving average method lags behind the latest trend.

Correct Answer

True

Your Answer

True

True/False

Question

The 'G' group of GOLF analysis involves moderate delivery time and

availability of credit usually in the range of 30 to 60 days.

Correct Answer

True

Your Answer

False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

Following difficulties are faced by SDE analysis :-

Correct Answer

More delivery period , Geographical location of supplier , Reliability of

suppliers

Your Answer

More delivery period , Geographical location of supplier , Reliability of

suppliers

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

The work measurement and time study belong to the school of

management which was pioneered by :-

Correct Answer

Fedric Winslow Taylor

Your Answer

Fedric Winslow Taylor

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

Stock of finished goods are based on :-

Correct Answer

Sales forecast

Your Answer

Sales forecast

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

The data in respect of spindle nose pertains to :-

Correct Answer

Tooling

Your Answer

Raw material data

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

In linear programming method of line balancing, there are three types

of constraints namely :-

Correct Answer

Cycle time constraint , Step or task constraint , Precedence constraints

Your Answer

Cycle time constraint , Step or task constraint , Precedence constraints

Select The Blank

Question

Buying for C quantities should be made in ________ quantities .

Correct Answer

Large

Your Answer

LargeTrue/False

Question

When shop floor scheduling problem larger than 3 machines arise the

analytical solution procedures leading to optimality are complex and

difficult.

Correct Answer

True

Your Answer

True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

Total lead time is the summation of following factors :-

Correct Answer

Queue and transit time , Manufacturing time , Order preparation time

Your Answer

Manufacturing time , Delay time , Queue and transit time

Select The Blank

Question

Labour efficiency depends upon ________

Correct Answer

Training and experience

Your Answer

Training and experience

Select The Blank

Question

The LOB technique is made more accurate and fast by using ________.

Correct Answer

Computers

Your Answer

Log-tables

Select The Blank

Question

Process plan is the process of establishing the ________ and most

economical path that each part is to follow from raw material stage to

finished product stage.

Correct Answer

Shortest

Your Answer

Optimum

Select The Blank

Question

________reflects impact of money tied up in inventory.

Correct Answer

Inventory turnover

Your Answer

Inventory turnover

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

The check list approach comprises of following parameters :-

Correct Answer

Each department head concerned with efficiency of PPC function is

given a set of questions to be answered. , The department head has to

answer in “Yes/no” format only , Each “Yes” answer gives one

negative score

Your Answer

Each department head concerned with efficiency of PPC function is

given a set of questions to be answered. , The department head has to

answer in “Yes/no” format only , Each “Yes” answer gives one

negative score

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

In ABC analysis, the classification is based on :-

Correct Answer

Cumulative cost

Your Answer

Carrying cost

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

Find EOQ in Rs from the following data :-Annual consumption = 20,

000 units, Ordering and receiving cost of material = Rs 20 per order,

Annual carrying cost or storage cost = 10% of unit cost of material,

Cost of material = Rs 50.

Correct Answer

20000

Your Answer

10000

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

Spares without which the system will not work are categorized as :-

Correct Answer

Vital

Your Answer

Vital

Match The Following

Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer

Order quantity

Factor influencing process planning

Factor influencing process planning

Machine capacity chart

Dimensional accuracy

Special purpose machines

Mass production

Special purpose machines

General purpose machines with special toolings

Standard elemental time data

Compare alternative processes

Break even analysis

True/False

Question

C type items would never be vital under VED analysis.

Correct Answer

False

Your Answer

False

True/False

Question

In replenishment system, the type of ordering is either according to

“stock level” or “pre-fixed time scale”.

Correct Answer

True

Your Answer

True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

At company’s subsidiary stores /tool crib following tools are stored :-

Correct Answer

Consumable tools , Inspection fixtures , Instruments and gauges

Your Answer

Consumable tools , Inspection fixtures , Instruments and gauges

True/False

Question

Exponential smoothening is weighted average method.

Correct Answer

True

Your Answer

True

Select The Blank

Question

The administrative lead time e.g. time involved in processing the

order, which may be in periodical review system including the period

until next review is called ________ lead time.

Correct Answer

Internal

Your Answer

Cumulative

Select The Blank

Question

Heuristics methods involve drawing procedure diagram which

indicates the ________ available for transferring tasks laterally from

one column to another to arrive at most promising balance.

Correct Answer

Flexibility

Your Answer

Flexibility

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

The light engineering company has one special purpose facing &

centering machine And one copying lathe. The foreman has five work

orders for processing . The operation Sequence is fixed [ each job is

first faced and centered and then copy turned ] . The standard Hours

required for each machine to process each work order are shown in

the following Table :- Work Order Processing Time [Hours ] Facing &

centering machine Copying Lathe I 16 40 II 30 60 III 20 6 IV 15 16 V

25 12 find sequence to minimize requirements of machine hours.

Correct Answer

IV-I-II-V-III

Your Answer

II-III-IV-I-V

True/False

Question

In PERT, use of dummy activities is not much essential.

Correct Answer

False

Your Answer

True

True/False

Question

The make-or-buy decision is not taken only at starting of a factory but

has to be reviewed continuously.

Correct Answer

True

Your Answer

True

Select The Blank

Question

Only satisfied customers get in ________ from new customers.

Correct Answer

Business

Your Answer

Business

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

The following are salient features of the fixed order quantity system :-

Correct Answer

Reorder quantity is always the same which is usually economic order

quantity , The time interval between deliveries varies. ,

Replenishment action is initiated when the stock on hand is just

sufficient to meet demand during the lead time.

Your Answer

Reorder quantity is always the same which is usually economic order

quantity , Replenishment action is initiated when the stock on hand is

just sufficient to meet demand during the lead time. , Percent

cumulative cost of item is taken into consideration.

Match The Following

Question

Correct Answer

Your Answer

Tool order

To instruct tool crib to keep tools ready

Instruct to issue tools

Move order

Movement of material from stores to first machine

Movement of material from stores to first machine

Stores issue order

Instruction to stores to issue material

Instruction to stores to issue material

Inspection order

Report inspection results

Report inspection results

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

Responsibility of smooth flow of work through different work centers

or departments of company rests with :-

Correct Answer

Production control department

Your Answer

Production control department

Select The Blank

Question

________ is the sum of set up time and run time.

Correct Answer

Manufacturing time

Your Answer

Manufacturing time

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

Detachable ticket, after filling in required information is :-

Correct Answer

Placed in a tray/box

Your Answer

Given to progress section

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

Subsidiary orders include :-

Correct Answer

Material Order , Shop order , Inspection order

Your Answer

Material Order , Shop order , Inspection order

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

Long termed forecasts are for the period of :-

Correct Answer

5 to 10 years

Your Answer

One year

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

If actual demand far exceeds forecast, it will result into :-

Correct Answer

Better utilization of equipment , Project margin , Higher material

purchase

Your Answer

Better utilization of equipment , Higher material purchase , Increase

in labour productivity

Select The Blank

Question

Classification of items on basis of their capital lock up is called

________ analysis.

Correct Answer

XYZ

Your Answer

VED

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

Physical Count method of collecting information from manufacturing

shops is applicable in following situation :-

Correct Answer

Workshops employing few machines

Your Answer

Workshops producing small parts in huge quantities

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

The expected time can be minimised by minimising following

parameters :-

Correct Answer

Optimistic time , Pessimistic time , Most likely time

Your Answer

Pessimistic time , Lead time

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

In order to maintain precedence relationships, the most common

approach is to make use of :-

Correct Answer

Precedence diagrams

Your Answer

Precedence diagrams

True/False

Question

There are five manufacturing systems. However, many manufacturers

combines two or more systems to produce a final product.

Correct Answer

True

Your Answer

True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

HML Analysis helps to :-

Correct Answer

Access storage & security requirements , Keep control over

departmental head level , Determine frequency of stock verification

Your Answer

Access storage & security requirements , Determine frequency of

stock verification , Controls carrying cost

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

The sourcing of vendors in case of ‘B’ type of items is :-

Correct Answer

Medium

Your Answer

Minimum

Select The Blank

Question

Production Planning and Control department acts as a link between

company’s sales and ________ department.

Correct Answer

Manufacturing

Your Answer

Manufacturing

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

Move orders, released for material movement from stores to first

work center are used for following types of organizations :-

Correct Answer

Big steel plants , Power plants , Heavy machinery manufacturers

Your Answer

Big steel plants , Heavy machinery manufacturers , High volume

white goods manufacturers

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

Smoothing performs following activities:-

Correct Answer

Reallocation of resources , Improving utilization of resources ,

Conducting Heuristic approach

Your Answer

Improving utilization of resources , Conducting Heuristic approach ,

Conducting Load flow analysis

Select The Blank

Question

________ phase of PPC makes sure that the programmed production is

constantly maintained.

Correct Answer

Control

Your Answer

Control

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

Process Sheet contains following information :-

Correct Answer

Material Specification , Sequence of operation , Skill of Labour

Your Answer

Material Specification , Sequence of operation , Order Quantity

True/False

Question

The make-or-buy decision becomes necessary when the current

source of supply is not able to supply the material in accordance with

buyer’s quality requirements.

Correct Answer

True

Your Answer

True

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

Negative value of critical ratio :-

Correct Answer

Is meaningless

Your Answer

Indicates shortfall in scheduled delivery period

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question

In linear programming method of line balancing, there are three types

of constraints namely :-

Correct Answer

Cycle time constraint , Step or task constraint , Precedence

constraints

Your Answer

Cycle time constraint , Step or task constraint , Precedence

constraints

Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question

Let us suppose that activity M & N can not start until activity K & L

are completed. Activities K &L are therefore :-

Correct Answer

Preceding

Your Answer

Preceding

True/False

Question

XYZ analysis helps to identify few items which account for large

amount of money locked up in the stock and take steps for

liquidation / reduction.

Correct Answer

True

Your Answer

False

ANSWERS

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionPurchase cost include :-Correct AnswerExcise , Packing and forwarding , Octroi

Your AnswerExcise , Octroi

True/FalseQuestionInspection operations is a part of process plan for a part.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhy customer is called the king?Correct AnswerCustomer’s orders gives us workYour AnswerCustomer’s orders gives us work

True/FalseQuestionTo solve “n jobs – 3 machines” sequencing problem, the largest of time of any job on the second machine must be smaller than or equal to the smallest time of any job on first machine or third machine.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionLine staff can assist PPC by manufacturing some of their needs in their own shops rather than making PPC to tool room or purchase.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionOrdering of raw material is based on :-Correct AnswerSales forecastYour AnswerMaterial availability

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe queue time is intended to compensate for the time for which the job has to :-Correct AnswerWait near the machines for its turn until other jobs ahead of it are completed. , Lie after its completion till is picked up and moved to next machine/work center. , Spend extra time due to emergent situationsYour AnswerWait near the machines for its turn until other jobs ahead of it are completed. , Lie after its completion till is picked up and moved to next machine/work center. , Wait until inspection and storage is completed.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionIn an organization, poor material handling system may result in the following :-Correct AnswerDamage to material/product , Delays in supply of material , Accidents while handlingYour AnswerDamage to material/product , Delays in supply of material , Accidents while handling

True/FalseQuestionLOB is a manual planning and scheduling technique similar in nature to MRP [Material Resource Planning].Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionStandard time accounts for :-Correct AnswerContingency allowance , Operator’s rating/efficiency , Tool change timeYour AnswerContingency allowance , Tool change time , Job splitting time

True/FalseQuestionAs per a study on materials management practices, a typical firm spends almost half of its rupee sales on goods purchased from vendors.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerFalse

Select The BlankQuestion________ analysis mainly helps to identify non-existing items for which store keeps bin cards, wastes computer memory or wastes computer stationary while preparing stores ledger.Correct AnswerMNG AnalysisYour AnswerSOS Analysis

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIf more variety is to be manufactured, the manufacturing facilities would have to be :-Correct AnswerCommonisedYour AnswerExpanded

True/FalseQuestionWork measurement is not useful for choosing between two alternate methods of production.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

True/FalseQuestionOn completion of work the job card is returned to production planning and control department for reference and record.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

True/FalseQuestionCurve fitting method of statistical forecasting uses curve line approach.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

Select The BlankQuestion

________ is a production line made up of operations that form or change the physical or sometimes chemical characteristics of a product.Correct AnswerFabrication lineYour AnswerAssembly line

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionKeeping procurement cost and carrying cost constant, if annual usage of certain product becomes 4 times, the EOQ would be :-Correct AnswerDoubledYour AnswerHalved

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionLOB technique was devised by US army in the year :-Correct Answer1952Your Answer1955

True/FalseQuestionTransit time for manufactured items should be considered only when it is insignificant.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion5 jobs are to be processed on machines M1 and M2 , first on M1 and then on M2. The processing times in hours are as follows.Find the sequence for 5 jobs that will minimize total elapsed time .also find idle time & total elapsed time. Job Processing time [ hours ] Machine M1 Machine M2 1 5 2 2 1 6 8 9 7 6 3 8 5 10 4Correct Answer2-4-3-5-1 , Minimum time 28 hours , Idle time = 1 & 2 Hours for M1 & M2 respectively.Your Answer2-4-3-5-1 , Minimum time 28 hours , Idle time = 1 & 2 Hours for M1 & M2 respectively.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionSDE analysis is based on problems of procurement namely :-

Correct AnswerNon-availability , Scarcity , Longer lead timeYour AnswerNon-availability , Scarcity , Longer lead time

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionIn a mass production assembly shop following work measurement techniques are used :-Correct AnswerTime study , Work sampling , Production studyYour AnswerTime study , Production study , Analytical estimating

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionDue to the following emergent events, the queue time has to compensate for the time for which the job has to undergo an extra time :-Correct AnswerTool breakage , Job split up , Change in prioritiesYour AnswerTool breakage , Job split up , Store inventory

Select The BlankQuestionGiven the following data :- procurement cost per order = Rs 30 ; frequency of ordering per year =4 ; number of suppliers = 3 . Form the above data, total procurement cost would be Rs ________.Correct Answer360Your Answer40

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionIn replenishment system, the fixed order quantity system is also called by following names :-Correct AnswerFixed order system , Min-max system , Re-order point systemYour AnswerFixed order system , Min-max system , Re-order point system

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionGiven a decision for designing a line layout, major problem is subdividing a work so that smooth flow can result. The subdivision process is called :-Correct Answer

Line balancingYour AnswerLine balancing

True/FalseQuestionIn CPM, use of dummy activities is much essential .Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe commonly used network techniques other than PERT and CPM are as follows :-Correct AnswerMOSS [ Multi Operation Scheduling System ] , PCS [ Project Control System ] , GERT [ Graphical Evaluation Review Techniques ]Your AnswerMOSS [ Multi Operation Scheduling System ] , PCS [ Project Control System ] , GERT [ Graphical Evaluation Review Techniques ]

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerWork elementSmallest portion of work identified during the breakdown analysis of the job.Smallest portion of work identified during the breakdown analysis of the job.Production lineArrangement of workstations where each workman performs a pre-determined task on an incomplete unit which passes down the line of subsequent unit until it is finished.Arrangement of workstations where each workman performs a pre-determined task on an incomplete unit which passes down the line of subsequent unit until it is finished.Work StationAssigned location, zone, place or stage in assembly where designated work is performed on part component of product.Assigned location, zone, place or stage in assembly where designated work is performed on part component of product.Station work contentTime required to perform the designated amount of work at a given work station and is obtained by adding up time of work elements allotted to the work station.Time after which a finished product comes off the production line.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion

Steps involved in process planning include the following :-Correct AnswerEnlist feature influencing selection of manufacturing process , Prepare sequence of basic operation , Write down route sheetYour AnswerPrepare sequence of basic operation , Write down route sheet , Indent requirement of tooling and fixtures

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionEffective capacity per period is calculated as :-Correct AnswerMultiplication of net capacity with labour efficiencyYour AnswerMultiplication of net capacity by utilization index

Select The BlankQuestionOrders with ________ slack time remaining per operation are run first.Correct AnswerShortestYour AnswerLongest

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerTime taken by each job at each machineProcessing timeJob timeTime between starting of first job and completion of last jobElapsed timeProcessing timeNumber of stages the job has to passNumber of machinesNumber of machinesTime during which the machine is standstillIdle timeJob priority

Select The BlankQuestionLOB has advantage that it is more ________ oriented than MRP.Correct AnswerCustomer

Your AnswerPractical

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionA company has 10 machines, working in two shifts. Utilization index is 0.75 and shop efficiency is 80%. Effective capacity hours for loading and scheduling are :-Correct Answer576Your Answer576

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe cost involved in subcontracting some of the operations of item outside the home plant is called :-Correct AnswerOutside operations costYour AnswerOutdoor cost

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionLOB deals with :-Correct AnswerIdentification of crucial operations in a job , Establishment of schedules of crucial operations , Attraction of attention of those who do not conform to the schedule.Your AnswerIdentification of crucial operations in a job , Establishment of schedules of crucial operations , Attraction of attention of those who do not conform to the schedule.

Select The BlankQuestion________items should be excluded from ABC Analysis.Correct AnswerNon-movingYour AnswerSeasonal

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionTo keep facilities busy, waiting time due to non-availability of work should be kept at :-Correct AnswerMinimum .Your AnswerMinimum .

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionInstalled capacity :-Correct AnswerCan be equal to or less than licensed capacityYour AnswerCan be equal to or less than licensed capacity

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionScheduling can be considered as a process of :-Correct AnswerFitting shop order into uncommitted time available for a machineYour AnswerDetermining time required for each operation

Select The BlankQuestionShort term forecasts are for ________.Correct AnswerMaterial PlanningYour AnswerMaterial Planning

Select The BlankQuestionThe ________ makes scheduling process simpler but does not provide economy in manufacture.Correct AnswerFirst-come-first scheduledYour AnswerFirst-come-first scheduled

Select The BlankQuestionGood quality and ________are the two main requirements to secure maximum business from a customer.Correct AnswerCompetitive ratesYour AnswerCompetitive rates

Select The BlankQuestionGenerally for ________ flow system, Heuristic method is preferred.Correct Answer

IntermittentYour AnswerContinuous

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionSequencing helps management to determine the most economical job sequence the one that consumes minimum :-Correct AnswerElapsed timeYour AnswerLead time

-Production Planning and Control #5 Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe sourcing of vendors in case of 'B' type of items is :-Correct AnswerMediumYour AnswerMinimum

Select The BlankQuestionIn the assignment model, the________ is formed between jobs and machines.Correct AnswerMatrixYour AnswerMatrix

Select The BlankQuestionProduction Planning and Control department acts as a link between company's sales and ________ department.Correct AnswerManufacturingYour AnswerManufacturing

Select The BlankQuestion________ is used for planning capacity.Correct AnswerStandard TimeYour AnswerStandard Time

Select The BlankQuestionBeing capable to adjust their production facilities shortly just after change in demand for products and without incurring heavy expenses, greater flexibility in production is provided by ________.Correct AnswerJob & batch production

Your AnswerContinuous production

True/FalseQuestionPERT uses linear programming and probability concepts for planning and controlling activities.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionProper Production Planning and Control can reduce cost in :-Correct AnswerOvertime costYour AnswerOvertime cost

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionDetachable ticket, after filling in required information is :-Correct AnswerPlaced in a tray/boxYour AnswerPlaced in a tray/box

Select The BlankQuestionThe effectiveness of sequencing model technique ________ if the company has backlog of orders.Correct AnswerIncreasesYour AnswerDecreases

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionComputerisation of line balancing involve following requirements :-Correct AnswerSystem software , Application software , User friendly interfaceYour AnswerSystem software , Application software , User friendly interface

True/FalseQuestionCurve fitting method of statistical forecasting uses curve line approach.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

True/FalseQuestionIf set up time for four operations involved is 2 ,1.5, 2 , 2.5 hours respectively, total set up time would be 10 hours.

Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerBought out materials required for production process but do not become part of finished product.Maintenance, repair, operating [MRO] inventoriesMaintenance, repair, operating [MRO] inventoriesFinished goods, ready for sale to customerFinished goods inventoryFinished goods inventoryIdle resource of any kind having economic valueInventoryInventoryRaw materials, parts, components required to produced finished productProduction inventoryProduction inventory

Select The BlankQuestionRational figure on utilization index can be obtained by carrying out ________ study.Correct AnswerWork- samplingYour AnswerWork- sampling

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe assignment algorithm was developed by a Hungarian mathematician named :-Correct AnswerD. KonigYour AnswerD. Konig

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe minimum requirements for application software for line balancing are as follows :-Correct Answer1 Ghz processor , 1 Gb hard Disk free memory , Windows or equivalent operating system.Your Answer1 Ghz processor , 1 Gb hard Disk free memory , Windows or equivalent operating system.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionA firm has 6 jobs to be processed on three machines A,B and C in the order ABC. The processing time of each job is given in the table below:- Find the idle time on different machines . Job Processing time [ hours ] Machine A Machine B Machine C J1 25 16 20 J2 26 20 19 J3 24 17 18 J4 22 20 21 J5 24 21 17 J6 28 18 13Correct Answer74 , 31 , 58Your Answer31 , 58 , 60

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionPERT terminology uses words like :-Correct AnswerNetwork diagram , Events , SlackYour AnswerNetwork diagram , Events , Slack

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe most common assembly line is a moving conveyor that passes a series of workstations in a uniform time interval called :-Correct AnswerCycle timeYour AnswerCycle time

True/FalseQuestionThe make-or-buy decision is not related with profit of the factory.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

Select The BlankQuestionGenerally for ________ flow system, Heuristic method is preferred.Correct AnswerIntermittentYour AnswerIntermittent

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionDocument raised by sales department to authorise activities of PPC department for items manufactured to customers order is called :-Correct AnswerOrder AcceptanceYour AnswerOrder Acceptance

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWhat factors affect the status of PPC department in the company for achieving informal status?Correct AnswerManufacturing Process , Work is highly repetitive , Number of workmen is not very largeYour AnswerManufacturing Process , Work is highly repetitive , Number of workmen is not very large

True/FalseQuestionIncrease in inventory carrying cost increases EOQ.Correct AnswerFalse

Your AnswerFalse

True/FalseQuestionProgressing is only a substitute for poor planning.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionDetachable Card contain following information :-Correct AnswerQuantity produced , Operation , Date of completionYour AnswerQuantity produced , Operation , Date of completion

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionWeaknesses of PPC department can be studied on following grounds :-Correct AnswerFailures in delivery commitment , Cancellation of orders , Complaints from customersYour AnswerFailures in delivery commitment , Cancellation of orders , Complaints from customers

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionActivity R can not start unless activities P & Q are completed . And activity S can not start unless activity Q is over [ I.e. activity P may not be even over ]. Activity R is therefore succedding to activity P & Q while activity S is succeeding to activity :-Correct AnswerQYour AnswerQ

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionIf the annual usage of a material is 1200 units and the reorder point is at 120 Units, find the lead time.Correct Answer4 monthsYour Answer4 months

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionDue to the following emergent events, the queue time has to compensate for the time for which the job has to undergo an extra time :-Correct AnswerTool breakage , Job split up , Change in prioritiesYour AnswerTool breakage , Job split up , Change in priorities

True/False

QuestionStores issue order for an item is prepared as soon as the route sheet is ready.Correct AnswerTrueYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionTime study is useful method of measurement for :-Correct AnswerShort cycle time operationsYour AnswerLong cycle time operations

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerIndex methodLoading and allocation of different jobs on different machinesLoading and allocation of different jobs on different machinesCritical Path AnalysisSchedule of activities of projectSchedule of activities of projectJonsons methodOptimal job sequence for 2 machines n jobsSchedule using priority numbersCritical Ratio SchedulingEstablishing priorities among jobsEstablishing priorities among jobs

Select The BlankQuestionIn check list approach, ________ rating indicates that existing PPC system requires some major improvements in indicated areas.Correct AnswerFairYour AnswerFair

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionBecause of following reasons there are limitations in forwarding quotation against sales enquiry :-Correct AnswerThe lot is not as per EOQ , Tools / plants required to execute order are not available. , The item is not within the manufacturing range of a companyYour AnswerThe lot is not as per EOQ , Tools / plants required to execute order are not available. , The item is not within the manufacturing range of a company

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionFollowing are the factors which influence tool life :-Correct AnswerType of tool , Material it is required to operate upon , Operators efficiency

Your AnswerType of tool , Material it is required to operate upon , Operators efficiency

True/FalseQuestionC type items would never be vital under VED analysis.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe Hungarian method is based on following assumptions :-Correct AnswerTasks differ in their work contents and facility differ in their capabilities. , Only one task can be assigned to each facility. , As only one task can be assigned to each facility, the matrix must be of nXn order.Your AnswerTasks differ in their work contents and facility differ in their capabilities. , Only one task can be assigned to each facility. , As only one task can be assigned to each facility, the matrix must be of nXn order.

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionThe ratio between "time when a product is required" and " time when the product is supplied " is known as :-Correct AnswerCritical ratioYour AnswerCritical ratio

Select The BlankQuestion________ inventories help to balance company's supply with market demand.Correct AnswerFinished goodsYour AnswerFinished goods

True/FalseQuestionIn order to complete a project on time, each critical activity need not be completed in time.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerFalse

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionProduction output in night shift is :-Correct AnswerLess than I shift productionYour AnswerLess than I shift production

Select The BlankQuestion________reflects impact of money tied up in inventory.Correct AnswerInventory turnoverYour AnswerInventory turnover

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestionThe line of balance is a device for planning and monitoring progress of :-Correct AnswerPurchase order execution , Project execution , Targeted programsYour AnswerPurchase order execution , Project execution , Targeted programs

Select The BlankQuestionForecasting is function of ________.Correct AnswerMarketing departmentYour AnswerChief Executive officer

True/FalseQuestionThe Heuristics approach has a base of binary number theory.Correct AnswerFalseYour AnswerTrue

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestionWhat shall be the consequence of acceptance of frequent rush orders by sales department?Correct AnswerDelivery failureYour AnswerDisturbed scheduling

Assignment - C

1. Which one of the following is not a typical question dealt with any operations manager?   (a) How much capacity will be needed in the months ahead?   (b) What is a satisfactory location for a new facility?   (c) How to motivate emplo yees?   (d) All of the above

2. Which of the following would not be generally considered as an aspect of operations management?   (a) Schedule work   (b) Secure financial resources   (c) Maintain quality   (d) Observe the transformation process

3. The Operations Manager decides to buy a CNC machine to improve quality of components produced. This decision falls in which of the following category:   (a) Strategic decision   (b) Tactical decision   (c) Routine decision   (d) None of above

4. Product variety in a job shop tends to be:   (a) High   (b) Moderate   (c) Low    (d) Very low

5. Which one of the following is not generally regarded as an advantage of product layouts?   (a) Material handling costs per unit are low   (b) Labour costs are low per unit   (c) The system is fairly flexible to changes in the design of the product   (d) Accounting, purchase and inventory control are fair ly routine

6. In an ABC classification, A items typically represent about what percentage of the items?   (a) 15%   (b) 30%   (c) 50%    (d) 80%

7. Which of the following is to be included in a list of assumptions of the basic EOQ?   (a) Lead time does not vary   (b) There are no quantity of discounts   (c) Demand is uniform throughout the year   (d) All of above

8. Which of the following is a true statement concerning the relationship between holding costs and ordering costs in the basic EOQ Model?   (a) The two are always equal at EOQ   (b) Holding cost is sometimes equal to ordering cost and sometimes greater at EOQ   (c) Holding cost is sometimes equal to ordering cost and sometimes less at EOQ   (d) Holding cost is always greater than ordering cost at EOQ

9. Which one of the following is not a basic option for altering capacity?   (a) Hire and fire workers   (b) Use overtime   (c) Use subco ntracting   (d) Use backorders

10. Aggregate planners balance:   (a) Demand and inventories   (b) Capacity and costs   (c) Capacity and inventories   (d) Capacity and demand

11. In a general sense, Quality may be defined as meeting or exceeding the expectations of the customer. Identify which one of the following is a typical customer expectation?   (a) Conformance to specification   (b) Value   (b) Support   (d) All of the above

12. The application of statistical techniques to determine whether a quantity of material should be accepted or rejected based on inspection or test of a sample is known as:   (a) Specification rev iew   (b) Acceptance sampling   (c) Deming wheel   (d) Benchmarking

13. A control chart typically does NOT show which of the following values:   (a) Central line   (b) Outer line   (c) Upper co ntrol limit   (d) Lower control limit

14. Acceptance sampling is used for all but which one of these:   (a) Inco ming raw material   (b) Work-in-process   (c) Finish goods   (d) Incoming purchased parts

15. All of the following are true statements about using Johnson's rule except:   (a) Idle time on second machine is min imized   (b) The sequence of jobs at the two workstations should be identical   (c) Capacity utilization is minimized   (d) Jobs must have known processing time

16. Which of the following is an example of dependent demand:   (a) Pick up truck

   (b) Refrigerators   (c) Hotel rooms sold   (d) Hospital bed sheets

17. The Key inputs to a MRP include:   (a) Engineering drawing of the product    (b) Product structure file   (c) Inventory records   (d) Both b and c

18. The work measurement method that is NOT usually used for setting standards for repetitive well defined job is:

   (a) The elemental standard data approach   (b) The work sampling method   (c) None of (a) &   (b)    (d) Both (a) & (b)

19. If inputs decrease while out put remains constant, what will happen to productivity?   (a) It will increase   (b) It will decrease   (c) It is impossible to tell   (d) It will remain same

20. Which one of the following is not a characteristic of a project?   (a) Uniqueness   (b) Defined goal   (c) Interdependencies of tasks   (d) Continuity

21. Which of the following is not a characteristic of service provider operations?   (a) Intang ible   (b) Perishable products   (c) Labo ur intensive   (d) Low custo mer contact

22. Decisions that tends to focus on the entire organization, cutting across departments,and have long-term consequences are called:   (a) Departmental   (b) Tactical   (c) Strategic   (d) Operational

23. __________ are the fundamental activities that organizations use to do work and achieve their goal.

   (a) Processes   (b) Operations   (c) Methods   (d) Procedures

24. Long-term capacity planning deals with what of the following factors:( a ) Invest in new facilities   (b) Work force size   (c) Inventories   (d) Overtime budgets

25. When production volume is low and customization is high a _____ layout is indicative.   (a) Flexib le flow   (b) Line flow   (c) Fixed position   (d) Cycle time

26. There are four major phases in a project life cycle. Which of the following is not aphase?   (a) Termination   (b) Executio n   (c) Planning   (d) Maturity

27. The operations area's input to the aggregate plan includes:   (a) Demand forecasts   (b) Cost data   (c) Work force capacities   (d) Product design changes

28. An appliance manufacturer initiates a production plan that gets translated into an operational plan is called:   (a) Business plan   (b) Staffing plan   (c) Master prod uction schedule   (d) Work force schedule

29. Safety stock inventories protects against uncert ainties in:

   (a) Demand   (b) Lead time   (c) Supply   (d) All of the above

30. The existence of lea rning curve is suggested by:   (a) A reduction in the price of a pro duct as the product reaches the maturity stage of its life cycle   (b) A reduction in product costs due to lower raw material costs   (c) A reduction of unit cost as cu mu lative product volume increases   (d) None of the above

31. All of the following are true of time study EXCEPT:   (a) Time study offers the ability to set standards for new jobs before production begins   (b) Time study is not appropriate for non routine jobs   (c) Time study is appropriate only when the person conducting the time study is exper ienced in selecting wo rk elements   (d) Time study can provide a satisfactory tool for setting equitable time standards

32. Which of the following is not a method of determining time standards:   (a) Time study   (b) Historical experiences   (c) Predetermined time standards   (d) Flow diagrams

33. The critical path of a network is the:   (a) Shortest time path thro ugh the netwo rk   (b) Path with the fewest activities   (c) Path with the most activities   (d) Longest time path through the network

34. Which of the following is a limitation of PERT and CPM:   (a) Graphical displays using networks help to quickly perceive relationships among project activities   (b) They are app licable to a wide variety of pro jects and industries   (c) There is inherent danger of too much emphasis being placed on the critical path   (d) They are useful in monitoring not only schedules, but costs as well

35. A rout e sheet:   (a) Is an instruction to make a given quantity of a particular item   (b) Shows in schematic form how a product is assembled   (c) Lists the operations necessar y to produce a component   (d) Is a corr ectio n/modification of an engineer ing drawing or bill of mater ials

36. Which of the following automatically places parts into a warehouse:   (a) ASRS   (b) AGV   (c) FMS    (d) CAD

37. The transportation method:   (a) Uses both qualitative and quantitative factors   (b) Performs a cost volume analysis   (c) Determines the best pattern of shipments fro m several points of supply to several points of demand

   (d) Finds location of a distribution center that minimizes distribution costs

38. Generally the goal of assembly line balancing is to:   (a) Minimize imbalance between machines or persons while meeting a required out put from the line   (b) Maximize the number of workstations   (c) Is to determine the maximum time that an item remains at a work station   (d) Minimize the eff iciency of the line

39. Method analysis focuses on:   (a) The design of the machines used to perform a task   (b) How a task is accomplished   (c) The raw materials that are consumed in per for ming a task   (d) Reducing the number of steps required to perform a task

40. In process-oriented and fixed-position layouts, it is important to minimize the costs of:   (a) Raw mater ial   (b) Material handling   (c) Special purpose machinery   (d) Skilled labour

Question: All good companies have a manual of :-Answer: Operations

Question: The term “Publics” means these are all those :-Answer: People on whom the success or failuer depends

Question: A PR should always have a track ofAnswer: Bottlenecks

Question: Advertising research is anAnswer: Information Tool

Question: Advertisment copy consists of the body copy, Slogans andAnswer: Head Line

Question: Everyone has an image, an individual or an organization. The question is, is it bad orAnswer: Good

Question: A press conference should be called when there’s a reason foeAnswer: Two way communication

Question: If there are pictures with the release, use the phrase with :-Answer: Art

Question: In a corporate identity if the building is constructed of granite and glass it sends out signals ofAnswer: Prosperity and Competence

Question: If press conference does not have the purpose it will result in loss ofAnswer: Credibility

Question: The San Diego and Electric company had placed order with certainAnswer: Arab companies

Question: While scheduling the press conferences be aware of theAnswer: Media Deadlines

Question Type - True/False

Question: Internet is part of electronic mediaAnswer: False

Question: Good companies always speaks first and performs later.Answer: False

Question: J and J offered a reward of $200,000 for capturing the perpetrators.Answer: False

Question: During the press conference it is advisible to only communicate the news it should be one way communication.Answer: False

Question: Once you have invited the reporters there is no need to remind them.Answer: False

Question: The fundamental democracy that played a major role in the American CampaignAnswer: True

Question: A fact sheet runs into a single pageAnswer: False

Question: Many companies do not use symbols.Answer: True

Question: The print media consists of newspaper and magzines.Answer: True

Question: In Mumbai there are reporters who specialize in stories relating to the Government.Answer: False

Question Type - Select The Blank

Question: In print media rates depends upon the size, Colour and ________Answer: Position

Question: For holding a press conference invitations are to be sent and ________ has to be selected.Answer: Venue

Question: The words in your headings will usually be for ________ releaseAnswer: Immediate

Question: It is the PR practitioners task to ________ and enhance the organisations reputation.Answer: Protect

Question: Planning and Implementation are the efforts done by the organization to influence or ________ public Policy.Answer: Change

Question: Firestone used to sell millions of tyres at the rate of ________.Answer: 50$

Question: Johnson and Johnson shampoo for kids is an example of ________.Answer: Demographic

Question: Organisations use a variety of spokespersons depending upon the ________and the audience.Answer: Message

Question: Public ________ is stronger than legal right or miltary might.Answer: Opinion

Question: Skilful media relations involves treading the fine line between catering for the ________.Answer: Organization

Question: Samples of new safety packaging were ________Answer: Distributed

Question Type - Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question: The lesson learnt from Tylenol case was:Answer: Open Communication policy, Adhering to companys policy regarding customer safety, Establishment of Media control

Question: A PR practitioner have access to a lot of information and are constantly in touch with news sources related to:Answer: Technology Advancements, Social Changes

Question: The various types of advertisments areAnswer: Consumer and Retail, National and International, End product or Industrial

Question: There are three type of situtations in which you can paln an interview with a journalist these areAnswer: Proactive, Reactive, Crisis

Question: Another internal roles of PR are that ofAnswer: Teaching, Instructing Executives for clear writing, Effective speaking

Question: The spokesperson should have following skills :-Answer: Convincing and Inspiring, Good Orator, Able to address gathering

Question: Choosing a city for press conference depends upon the level you are working withAnswer: National, Regional, Business

Question: The design princples can been arranged by different elements viz.Answer: Balance, Proportion, Sequence

Question: A some what humorous detour on the road of Public Relation history lies inAnswer: Exaggerations , Real Estate promotion

Question: The crisis management team should have the ability ofAnswer: Irregular Hours , No Sleep , Working hours long

Question: The press kits desgined by Johnson and Johnson includedAnswer: J and J history , Name of top people , Financial results

Question: The buyers buy for business or non profit motives, these consists ofAnswer: Businesses , Government , Non-Government Organisation

Question: Vision should be based on talents, dreams, hopes and passion.Answer: True

Question: In a Negotiation both the parties have pre-determined goals.Answer: True

Question: Lateral communication is between co-workers.Answer: True

Question: Manager communicates the vision of the company to his team mates.Answer: True

Question: Visual aids are used to emphasize the most vital points of the presentation.Answer: True

Question: Advancing at the expense of others may hurt you in the long run.Answer: True

Question: One way communication informs the receiver whereas two way communication is an exchange of information.Answer: True

Question: Management can function smoothly without Communication.Answer: False

Question: Vision is an idea about how your present should be.Answer: False

Question Type – Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question: If a person taps his feet/foot, it is the indication of :-Answer: Impatience

Question: Written communication is aAnswer: Non-Direct Communication

Question: What is teleconferencing ?Answer: It allows a group of people to talk simultaneously using telephone or email group communications software

Question: Who controls the agenda?Answer: Leader

Question: Barrier for written communication can beAnswer: Language

Question: It can be used as legal record which may be used in the court of lawAnswer: Written communication

Question: This is a letter written inside the organization?Answer: Memorandum

Question: The most effective way of communicationAnswer: Written

Question: It is very useful in collecting dues from customersAnswer: Business letters

Question: This number can be used in further correspondence for ready reference.Answer: Outward

Question: What type of letters are useful in collecting dues from customer?Answer: Business letters

Question: What gives a sense of accomplishment?Answer: Achievements

Question: It makes communication easierAnswer: Being friendly

Question: Unjust assumptions areAnswer: Misinterpretation of message

Question: It is the most convenient channel used by companies to increase sales revenue, reducing cost of selling and promote customer satisfactionAnswer: Telecommunication

Question: The most effective way of communication isAnswer: Written

Question Type – Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question: Stress at times worksAnswer: As motivator, As positive force

Question: As a leader following is your responsibility to keep the discussion inAnswer: Order, Control

Question: These are permanent records for businessAnswer: Business letters

Question: Advertising material isAnswer: Leaflets, Brochures, Pamphlets

Question: Endomorph would meanAnswer: Fat, Round, Soft

Question: The broad purpose of a meeting is toAnswer: Inform, Persuade, Instruct

Question: Objectives of Communication areAnswer: Information , Motivation , Education

Question: Time management isAnswer: Using time judiciously , Using time carefully and prioritizing it

Question: This makes communication difficultAnswer: One party talks and the other listens , One party gets angry , One party keeps focus on themselves

Question: Elements of communication process areAnswer: Channel , Decoding , Communicator

Question: Parts of voice quality areAnswer: Pitch , Speed , Volume

Question Type – Select The Blank

Question: No one can achieve his dreams with ________ energy and ideas.Answer: Average

Question: The missing step in Software lifecycle is Analysis, ________, Coding and Implementation.Answer: Design

Question: In a letter________ consists of name and address of the person or organization to whom the letter is being sent to.Answer: Inside address

Question: It is said that Indians are good Planners but bad ________.Answer: Executors

Question: ________ communication occurs when superiors intimate messages to subordinates.Answer: Downward

Question: Emotional problems arise when speaker uses ________ language.Answer: Biased

Question: ________ normally consists of outward number and date of any previous correspondence.Answer: Reference

Question: Examples of environmental stress is ________.Answer: Humidity

Question: ________ can prompt people to find a better way of doing things.Answer: Stress

Question: The monetary jurisdiction is based upon the :-Answer: Amount of relief claimed by the complainant

Question: Company based on ownership isAnswer: Public company

Question: The National Commission has the power to entertain appeals against the orders of anyAnswer: State Commission

Question: Non-registration of a partnership firm does not make the partnership agreementAnswer: Void

Question: In the Bill of Exchange, the person to whom the bill is made payable is called asAnswer: Payee

Question: Where the partners agree to carry on the business for a definite period of time, the partnership is said to beAnswer: For a fixed period

Question: A company which has a control over a subsidiary company is a :-Answer: Holding company

Question: An agreement with a minor is not voidable butAnswer: Void ab initio

Question: A stipulation in a contract of sale with reference to goods which are subject there of may beAnswer: A condition or warranty

Question: For obtaining recognition as an ‘Appropriate Laboratory”, the applicant shall send an application in the proforma prescribed by the :-Answer: Bureau of Indian Standard

Question: The object of carrying on a business must be :-Answer: Sharing of profits

Question Type – Select The Blank

Question: Partnership is based on ________.Answer: Faith

Question: A Company subject to the provisions of section 32 of the companies act as unlimited may register under this Act as a ________.Answer: Limited company

Question: Unpaid seller’s Right to stop the goods in transit arises only when the buyer is ___Answer: Bankrupt

Question: Special resolution and confirmation by ________ is required for alteration of Memorandum.Answer: Company Law Board

Question: The Indian Contract Act, 1872, does not cover all those duties which are not ________ in nature.Answer: Contractual

Question: Ratification is one of the ways of ________ agency.Answer: Creating

Question: The person who buys the goods for trading purposes is not a ________ under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986.Answer: Consumer

Question: An offer must create ________ relationship.Answer: Legal

Question: There should be a ________ and real necessity for creating an agency.Answer: Definite

Question Type – Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question: Complaint under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986 relates to :-Answer: Unfair Trade Practices , Restrictive Trade Practices , Charging of higher prices

Question: According to the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, a person includesAnswer: Hindu undivided family , Co-operative society , Individual as well as juristic person

Question: Agent has duties towards principal in addition toAnswer: Conducting principal’s business , Rendering accounts to principal , Communicating with the principal

Question: The Exception to the rule of “buyer beware” areAnswer: quality of goods are not merchantable , presence of patent defect in goods

Question: Following are the conditions needed to prove an act of a partner is an act of a partnership firmAnswer: such a act be done in a ordinary course of a partnership firm , it must be related to the business of the firm , act must have been done in the name and on behalf of the firm

Question: Classification of companies based on the jurisdiction of functioning isAnswer: A National Company , Multinational Company , Foreign Company

Question: A company isAnswer: Voluntary Association of persons , An artificial legal person , A separate legal entity

Question: The object of the contract should beAnswer: Legal one , Lawful

Question: Following persons can not be called partnersAnswer: minors , insolvents , co-owners without the agreement to carry on the business

Question: There can not be any partnership where a business is carried onAnswer: with a benevolent purpose , where any one of the partners is entitled to total profit earned

Question: An unregistered firm can bring an action in any court of Law againstAnswer: a partner who steals the property of the partnership firm , a partner who purposely damages the property of the partnership firm

Question: Following are the characteristics of the partnership at will :-Answer: Partners are always free to break their relationship at their will , It is for indefinite period , No provision for determination or termination of the partnership

Question: The liability of companies on the basis of liability are :-Answer: Unlimited companies , Limited by guarantee , Limited by shares

Question: A person is considered the holder of Negotiable Instruments if :-Answer: His name appear on an instrument , He is in possession of bearer instrument , He is the endorsee of a cheque

Question: The State Council consists of the following membersAnswer: Minister in-charge of consumer affairs in the State Govt. , Members representing such interests as may be prescribed by the State Govt.

Question: Following are the elements which constitute a partnershipAnswer: there must be a contract regarding a partnership , there must be an association of two or more persons

Question Type – True/False

Question: Partnership is nothing but a psychological relationship existing between the partners.Answer: False

Question: Loss of profits is an example of liquidated damages.Answer: False

Question: The company law board confirms the change of registered office of the company within a state.Answer: False

Question: A company can become a partner or can enter into a partnership agreement.Answer: False

Question: An agreement to sell takes place in the case of existing goods or specific goods.Answer: False

Question: An insolvent person can accept or endorse a bill.Answer: False

Question: There are two types or kinds of capital of a company, i.e. owned capital and borrowed capital.Answer: True

Question: Subsidiary company can hold shares and can acquire membership of the holding company.Answer: False

Question: Company is treated as a legal person distinct from its members.Answer: True

Question: During implementation of re-engineered processes, top management should provide a support.Answer: False

Question: Choice of appropriate channel depends upon the type product or services to be marketed,the volume involved.Answer: True

Question: Success factor for BPR is ensuring the involvement of the end-users.Answer: True

Question: Value statement is a snapshot of what an organization wants to be.Answer: False

Question: Systems are composed of inter related and inter dependent sub systems.Answer: True

Question: Empowered employees can take decisions with speed.Answer: True

Question: A vision statement defines the future direction of the organization.Answer: True

Question: The process matrix illustrates process and information system dependencies.Answer: False

Question: Financial integration implies that each of the participants has a financial stake in operations of other participants.Answer: True

Question: The skeptic demonstrates a similar behaviour to the critic.Answer: True

Question Type – Multiple Choice Single Answer

Question: From a process view point, highest priority in an organization is given to:Answer: Satisfaction of customer

Question: Process orientation meansAnswer: Organizing companies around their processes

Question: The Narasimham Committee for restructuring has dealt inAnswer: Banking Sector

Question: Delivery of product & services isAnswer: Customer facing process

Question: Print Media Clippings are produced byAnswer: Media Partners

Question: Incremental change in the process isAnswer: Process Simplification

Question: “A” Categories items in Inventory areAnswer: Most Important

Question: Critical questions are to be answered while formulating theAnswer: Vision statement

Question: Which process is not dominant in Business Process Re-engineering?Answer: Product development

Question: Narasimham Committee for restructuring was set up to deal with the issue ofAnswer: Technology Upgradation

Question: The flip side of high success potentials isAnswer: High project risk

Question: Who identify the manner in which the organisation will carry out mission?Answer: Value and beliefs

Question: In a continuous process improvement mode 4th step isAnswer: Measure the performance

Question Type – Select The Blank

Question: In Micro level reengineering, the performance focus is ________.Answer: Financial

Question: Objectives are characterized by ________ things.Answer: Four

Question: ________ is the starting point for process reengineering efforts.Answer: Customer identification

Question: Cycle Time, Asset Turnover & Response Time goals are achieved by ________.Answer: Velocity Goal

Question: ________ quantity the response and cycle time characteristics of a process.Answer: PTM

Question: ________ BPR methodology has a source as “Academics”.Answer: Daven port

Question: ________ BPR methodology has a source as “Consultant”.Answer: Manganelli/Klein

Question: Every system has ________ that defines its scope of activities.Answer: Boundary

Question Type – Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question: The Top Management should also ensure the support ofAnswer: Senior Managers , Stakeholders , Associates

Question: Managing E-Processes consists ofAnswer: ERP , E-Commerce , E-Governance

Question: Select the Operating Systems from the followingAnswer: Unix , Windows NT , IBM MVS

Question: Types of redesign Principles & Tactics areAnswer: Restructuring & reconfiguring around processes , Changing information flows around processes , Changing knowledge management around processes

Question: Which are the objectives of business systems planning study?Answer: Determination of information system priorities , Managing systems resources to support business objectives

Question: Characteristics of Tactical Information systems areAnswer: Thinks about current , Information is in the form of summary , Nature of data is somewhat unstructural

Question: Continuous improvement process consists ofAnswer: Documentation of existing process , Establishing the measures , Carrying the process

Question: Critical Success factor in business areAnswer: Cost reduction , Quality enhancement , Service improvement

Question: When mission, customer base and the environment are properly considered, strategic planning produces a plan which contains/make great stride forwardAnswer: A vision to guide decision making , Situation analysis used to develop annual business plan , Break through objectives

Question: Pitfalls of ERP implementation areAnswer: Longer Implementation Times , Communication Gap , Inability to support continuous improvement & change management

Question: ERP life cycle consists of these stepsAnswer: ERP readiness assessment , Preparing the Organization for ERP , ERP feasibility study & business transformation

Question: Executives can confirms their commitment to a strategic planning programmed byAnswer: Allocating generous funds to program , Allocating assets high ranking , Placing a higher priority on a given program

Question: Inventory Strategy is related toAnswer: Demand Forecasting , Inventory Planning , Planning of Stocking Facilities

Question: A business process re-engineering model has main activities asAnswer: Business Definition , Process Identification , Process Evaluation

Question: Operation between an integer and real always yields ________ resultAnswer: a real

Question: ________ function is used to remove any data remaining in the buffer.Answer: fflush

Question: ________ instruction ensures that the instructions are executed in the same order in which they appear in the program.Answer: Sequence Control

Question: There are as many as ________ odd operators in C which can affect the evaluation of an expession in subtle and unexpected waysAnswer: 45

Question: Break / continue is generally associated with ________.Answer: if

Question: Booch emphasises development of mechanisms with ________ model.Answer: Data

Question: Arithmatic operations can be performed on characters where their ________ value is used.Answer: ASCII

Question: ________ function appends first n characters of a string at the end of anotherAnswer: strncat

Question: ________ enable us to specify the order in which the various instructions in a program are to be executed by the computer.Answer: Control Instructions

Question: The set of statements belonging to a function are enclosed within a pair of ________.Answer: braces

Question: In analytical phase ________ diagrams are achieved representing a system.Answer: Static

Question Type – Multiple Choice Multiple Answer

Question: Which operators are used to access the individual structure element.Answer: . , ->

Question: Which of the following are valid types of function calls?Answer: call by value , call by reference

Question: What will be the output of the following main(){ char c=’d';float f=1; printf(“%c”, c); printf(“%d”, c * f);}Answer: d , 0

Question: The command line arguments areAnswer: argc , argv

Question: Which of the following fuctions require number of characters as one of the parameters?Answer: strncmp , strnset , strncpy

Question: Which of the following modes are used to read from a file?Answer: r , r+

Question: What will be the output? main(){ char name[10]=”String”,n[10]; puts(strcpy(n,name)); printf(“%d”,strcmp(n,name));}Answer: String , 0

Question: What will be the output of the following main(){ char c=’ab’,d=’A'; printf(“%d”, c+d); printf(“%d”,2*(c+d));}Answer: 162 , 324

Question: What will be the output? main ( ) { int suite = 3 ; switch (suite) { case 1:printf( “\nDiamonds” ) ; case 2:printf( “\nSpade” ) ; default :printf( “\nHeart” ) ; }printf (“\nI thought one wears a suite”) ; }Answer: Heart , I thought one wears a suite

Question: What will be the output of the following main(){ int a = 1;float f=1; printf(“%d”, a * f); printf(“%f”, a * f); printf(%f”,(a + f ) * 100);}Answer: 0 , 1.000000 , 200.000000

Question: Which of the following fuctions require a single string as a parameter?Answer: strlen, strlwr, strupr

Question Type – Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion: If the function message() is to be called, which of the following statements is correct?Answer: message();

Question: The break statement is used to exit from:-Answer: A for loop

Question: In which type, the values are passed to a function?Answer: call by value

Question: Integer can have maximum valueAnswer: 32767

Question: Which type of I/O functions are used to receive input from keyboard?Answer: Console

Question: Which of the following is valid statement to declare a string?Answer: char name[20];

Question: When you pass an array as an argument to a function, what actually gets passed?Answer: Address of the first element of the array [base address]

Question: The collaboration diagram shows interaction between objects and sequence of activities denoted by :-Answer: Members

Question: Which of the following is correct application of a structure.Answer: interacting with the mouse

Question: An expression contains relational operators, assignement operators, and arithmatic operators. In the absence of parentheses, they will be evaluated in which of the following order?

Answer: Arithmetic, relational, assignment

Question: Name the header file in which FILE is defined :-Answer: stdio.h

Question: A state chart diagram shows two states, one of the state and the other ofAnswer: Transition between two states

Question: In this the condition is specified at the end of the loop :-Answer: do

 True/FalseQuestion

Purchase department must keep PPC informed regarding lead time of different items specially where lead times are extended.Correct Answer TrueYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion In order to complete a project on time, each critical activity need not be completed in time.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer False

Select The BlankQuestion Because of uncertainty of activity timings, PERT acquired a shape of ________ model.Correct Answer ProbabilisticYour Answer Probabilistic

True/FalseQuestion Flexibility and product variety are not inter-related with each other.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer False

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion The 'G' group of GOLF analysis covers items procurement from Government suppliers such as :-Correct Answer STC , MMTC , Public Sector UndertakingYour Answer STC , MMTC , Public Sector Undertaking

Select The BlankQuestion Buying for C quantities should be made in ________ quantities .Correct Answer

LargeYour Answer Small

Select The BlankQuestion Of all the work measurement techniques the most widely used techniques is________.Correct Answer Time studyYour Answer Time study

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Keeping available time per day constant, if the desired production rate per day is to be doubled ,cycle time will be reduced by :-Correct Answer 0.5Your Answer 0.5

Select The BlankQuestion In alternate routing, the delayed job may be routed to a ________ machine where rate of production is faster.Correct Answer CostlierYour Answer New

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Mass & flow production and process production are categorized under :-Correct Answer Continuous productionYour Answer Continuous production

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion The earliest start time of an activity equals to earliest event time of :-Correct Answer Tail eventYour Answer

Head event

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion If efficiency is more, the manufacturing time required for completion of job would be generally :-Correct Answer LessYour Answer Less

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerMove orderTransport material from and to required work centersTransport material from and to required work centersMaterials OrderAllocation of material required in connection with shop orderAllocation of material required in connection with shop orderWork OrderBird's eye view of production programmeOrder from contractor to execute jobProduction OrderReserve material required in connection with sales orderReserve material required in connection with sales order

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Development of additional vendors/suppliers depends upon :-Correct Answer Sales forecastYour Answer Sales forecast

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion The assignment method is also called as :-Correct Answer Hungarian MethodYour Answer Hungarian Method

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion

Material control function embraces a following techniques :-Correct Answer Make -or -buy decision , Pareto's analysis , Replenishment systemYour Answer Make -or -buy decision , Replenishment system

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Overtime can be avoided in many ways and they are :-Correct Answer Unrealistic delivery date , Acceptance of too many rush order , Excessive machine breakdownYour Answer Acceptance of too many rush order , Excessive machine breakdown , Insufficient manpower or machines

Select The BlankQuestion Lead time is ________ for different items.Correct Answer DifferentYour Answer Different

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion The tooling data is prepared in respect of following measuring instruments :-Correct Answer Vernier caliper , Micrometer screw gauge , Strain gaugeYour Answer Vernier caliper , Micrometer screw gauge , Strain gauge

True/FalseQuestion The LOB technique is most appropriate for assembly operations involving number of distinct components.Correct Answer TrueYour Answer True

Select The BlankQuestion If number of work stations is 8 and work content of all stations is 32 , the cycle time would be ________.

Correct Answer 4Your Answer 4

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion The minimum requirements for application software for line balancing are as follows :-Correct Answer 1 Ghz processor , 1 Gb hard Disk free memory , Windows or equivalent operating system.Your Answer 1 Ghz processor , 1 Gb hard Disk free memory , Windows or equivalent operating system.

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Detachable Card contain following information :-Correct Answer Quantity produced , Operation , Date of completionYour Answer Quantity produced , Operation , Sequence of operation

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion The assembly work content [ Wi ] of the i'th station having n work stations is given by :-Correct Answer å Wi from i=1 to nYour Answer Wi / n

True/FalseQuestion Production Planning and Control makes the supervisor ineffective.Correct Answer TrueYour Answer False

Select The BlankQuestion ________ are grouped so that their total time is preferably equal to or little lesser than the time available each work station.Correct Answer

TasksYour Answer Assembly lines

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion The work measurement and time study belong to the following school of management :-Correct Answer Scientific School of managementYour Answer Scientific School of management

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Economic indicator for forecasting fertilizer requirements are :-Correct Answer Land under cultivation , Trends of rainfall , Credit offered by banksYour Answer Land under cultivation , Trends of rainfall , Credit offered by banks

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion As the quantity increases, the procurement cost :-Correct Answer ReducesYour Answer Also increases

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion To minimize total throughout time we are required to minimize :-Correct Answer Queuing , Idle time , InventoryYour Answer Queuing , Idle time

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion Following are the factors which influence tool life :-Correct Answer Type of tool , Material it is required to operate upon , Operators efficiencyYour Answer Type of tool , Material it is required to operate upon , Operators efficiency

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion What are the customer's expectation from the supplier?Correct Answer Consistent good quality of productsYour Answer Consistent good quality of products

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion While communicating to customer on delays in delivery following information should be given :-Correct Answer Information on identification of job , Reasons for delays , Revised date of deliveryYour Answer Reasons for delays , Revised date of delivery , Derailed production records

Select The BlankQuestion Job production requires ________ capital investment.Correct Answer LowestYour Answer High

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion To operate fixed order quantity system, following parameters are required to be fixed:-Correct Answer Minimum stock , Re-order point , Standard reorder quantityYour Answer Minimum stock , Re-order point , Breakeven point

Match The FollowingQuestionCorrect AnswerYour AnswerEnd piece allowanceMaterial insufficient to produce one pieceMaterial insufficient to produce one pieceStock allowanceQuantity to meet requirement of spares

Quantity to meet requirement of sparesMachining allowanceExtra material requirementExtra material requirementSpoilage allowanceProcess rejectionProcess rejection

Select The BlankQuestion Work sampling is ________Correct Answer Done at random intervalYour Answer Done continuously without interval

Select The BlankQuestion The information on the nature of tooling required for an item can be obtained from its ________.Correct Answer Route sheetYour Answer Route sheet

Multiple Choice Multiple AnswerQuestion The main characteristics of jobbing production are :-Correct Answer Small production runs , Discontinuous flow of materials , Disproportionate manufacturing cycle timeYour Answer Small production runs , Discontinuous flow of materials , Disproportionate manufacturing cycle time

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion Let us suppose that activity P & Q can not start until activity R& S are completed. Activities P &Q are therefore :-Correct Answer SucceedingYour Answer Succeeding

Multiple Choice Single AnswerQuestion

Critical ratio equals to one indicates that :-Correct Answer Job is just on schedule and requires to be watched closely.Your Answer Job is just on schedule and requires to be watched closely.

True/FalseQuestion Random fluctuation is addition of cyclical fluctuation and seasonal fluctuation.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion Labour efficiency factor is applied after capacity requirement of equipment is calculated.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

Select The BlankQuestion ________ is the specific instant of time that marks start and end of activity.Correct Answer EventYour Answer Event

True/FalseQuestion Increase in inventory carrying cost increases EOQ.Correct Answer FalseYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion A company where different personnel give conflicting delivery promises need to improve its scheduling and processing function.Correct Answer

TrueYour Answer True

True/FalseQuestion A type items are always vital under VED analysis.Correct Answer FalseYour Answerhi pheni hi nahi