APICS Exam CPIM Topic 2 Question 96 Discussion

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Question #: 96
Topic #: 2

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Operational splitting is practical when:

Asetup time is low compared to run time

Ba suitable work center is idle

Cit is possible for an operator to run more than one machine at a time

DAll of the above

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Suggested Answer: D

by Junita at Sep 09, 2024, 02:17 PM

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Lashawnda

2 months ago

Operational splitting is like a dance with the machines. You gotta be quick on your feet, like Fred Astaire!

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Adelina

1 months ago

C) it is possible for an operator to run more than one machine at a time

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Tenesha

1 months ago

B) a suitable work center is idle

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Anisha

1 months ago

A) setup time is low compared to run time

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Kayleigh

2 months ago

I think all of the above factors play a role in determining when operational splitting is practical. So, the answer is D) All of the above.

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Erasmo

2 months ago

That's a good point, Ty. Having a work center idle could definitely be a factor in deciding to split operations.

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Melodie

2 months ago

D is the way to go. Operational splitting is like a superhuman feat of multitasking!

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Ty

2 months ago

But what about when a suitable work center is idle? Wouldn't that also make operational splitting practical?

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Fatima

3 months ago

I'm torn between B and D. But I guess if you can run multiple machines, might as well go for D.

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Amie

1 months ago

Definitely, being able to run multiple machines at once can really help with productivity.

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Cornell

2 months ago

Yeah, I agree. It's always good to have all options available.

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Regenia

2 months ago

I think D makes sense, you can maximize efficiency that way.

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Kayleigh

3 months ago

I agree with Erasmo. It makes sense to split operations when setup time is minimal.

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Erasmo

3 months ago

I think operational splitting is practical when setup time is low compared to run time.

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Craig

3 months ago

I agree with Fairy. Operational splitting is all about maximizing efficiency, and D covers it all.

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Rebecka

2 months ago

Definitely, operational splitting can greatly improve productivity.

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Carman

2 months ago

It's important to consider all factors to maximize efficiency.

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Kyoko

2 months ago

I agree, D covers all the possible scenarios for operational splitting.

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Kaycee

2 months ago

I think D is the best option here.

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Fairy

3 months ago

Option D is the correct answer. Operational splitting is practical when all the conditions mentioned are met.

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Claudio

3 months ago

That makes sense. It's important to consider all those factors before deciding to implement operational splitting.

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Lorita

3 months ago

Option D is the correct answer. Operational splitting is practical when all the conditions mentioned are met.

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