PMI Exam DASSM Topic 2 Question 15 Discussion

Actual exam question for PMI's DASSM exam

Question #: 15
Topic #: 2

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The best way to eliminate waste is to:

AMake sure each step is done as quickly as possible

BMake sure people know what their job is

CEliminate delays in workflow and feedback

DMake sure each step is done correctly

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Suggested Answer: C

by Arminda at Apr 08, 2024, 01:22 PM

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Lina

6 months ago

I think all options are important, but for me, making sure each step is done as quickly as possible is crucial.

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Vincent

6 months ago

I believe making sure people know what their job is essential to eliminating waste.

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Arthur

7 months ago

I agree with John, delays can lead to waste of time and resources.

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Fausto

7 months ago

I disagree, I think eliminating delays in workflow and feedback is the key.

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Dulce

7 months ago

I think the best way is to make sure each step is done correctly.

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Ah, the old 'best way to eliminate waste' question. Gotta love these trick questions! Personally, I think the answer is E) Make sure everyone takes a coffee break every hour. Keeps the brain sharp, you know? *winks*

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Ronnie

8 months ago

Haha, yeah, too many cooks in the kitchen can definitely create a lot of waste. But at the end of the day, I think the best approach is a balance - efficient workflow, clear roles, and quality execution.

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Carri

8 months ago

Yeah, I agree with that. But I also think it's key that people know exactly what their roles and responsibilities are. That way, there's no confusion or duplication of effort.

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Carma

8 months ago

I'm not so sure. I think doing each step correctly is just as important as workflow. If you rush through things, you're bound to make mistakes that create more waste down the line.

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Dudley

7 months ago

Exactly, taking the time to do things right the first time can prevent future waste.

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Wayne

7 months ago

D) Make sure each step is done correctly

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Selma

8 months ago

I agree, rushing through steps can lead to errors and more waste.

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Dominga

8 months ago

D) Make sure each step is done correctly

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Fredric

8 months ago

C) Eliminate delays in workflow and feedback

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Tu

8 months ago

B) Make sure people know what their job is

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Dannette

8 months ago

A) Make sure each step is done as quickly as possible

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Erasmo

8 months ago

You know, I was leaning towards D until I really thought about it. If you focus just on doing each step correctly, you might miss the bigger picture. I think C is the way to go - streamlining the workflow and getting that feedback loop is crucial for reducing waste.

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Nida

8 months ago

Hmm, this is a tough one. I can see the logic behind all the options, but I think B is being overlooked. If people don't know their roles and responsibilities, that can lead to a lot of wasted time and effort. Clear job definitions are key to eliminating waste, in my opinion.

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Rebbeca

8 months ago

This question seems pretty straightforward. I think the best way to eliminate waste is to focus on eliminating delays in the workflow and getting timely feedback. That's what option C is all about.

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Ora

8 months ago

I can see the merits of both C and D, but I'm going to have to go with C. Eliminating delays means the work can flow more smoothly, and you can get feedback to fix issues faster. That seems like a more efficient way to reduce waste overall.

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Marcos

8 months ago

Option D seems like the best choice to me. If each step is done correctly, you're less likely to have defects or rework, which is the real source of waste. Speed and communication are important, but quality has to be the top priority.

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Loreta

7 months ago

I think option C is crucial too. We need to eliminate delays to be efficient.

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Skye

7 months ago

But isn't speed also important? If we take too long, that's wasteful too.

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Cathrine

7 months ago

I agree with you, option D is the best choice because quality is key.

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Taryn

8 months ago

I think this is a tricky question. It's not just about speed or efficiency, but about quality and reducing waste. I'm leaning towards option C, since eliminating delays in workflow and feedback seems like a more holistic approach to improving the process.

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PMI Exam DASSM Topic 2 Question 15 Discussion

Contribute your Thoughts:

Lina

Vincent

Arthur

Fausto

Dulce

Frank

Ronnie

Carri

Carma

Dudley

Wayne

Selma

Dominga

Fredric

Tu

Dannette

Erasmo

Nida

Rebbeca

Ora

Marcos

Loreta

Skye

Cathrine

Taryn