Execution and Control of Operations (CPIM-ECO) Free Practice Test

Question 1

Objectives of implementing a work cell include which of the following outcomes?

A. Sharing common equipment

B. Implementing standard work

C. Organizing resources by raw material type

D. Increasing worker satisfaction

Correct Answer: D

Question 2

Based on the data provided, assume that time available per day is 840 minutes. What is the takt time per unit of demand?

A. 84.0 minutes

B. 22.1 minutes

C. 8.4 minutes

D. 2.21 minutes

Correct Answer: B

Question 3

Managing the constraint in an operation will improve which of the following metrics?

A. Process variability

B. Takt time

C. Work in process

D. Cycle time

Correct Answer: D

Question 4

Changes in the order quantity result from changes in:

A. setup costs and forecast error.

B. carrying and setup costs.

C. transportation costs and forecast error.

D. transportation costs and variation in lead time.

Correct Answer: B

Question 5

The following problems were reported from the field:

Which of the following techniques could be used to solve these problems?

A. Establish supplier certification

B. Increase the inspection rate

C. Analyze process control data

D. Tighten present tolerances

Correct Answer: C

Question 6

Which of the following steps should be first in determining operation start dates for capacity planning?

A. Order preparation and release

B. Input/output control

C. Forward or backward scheduling

D. Finite or infinite loading

Correct Answer: C

Question 7

Which of the following consequences is a result of inaccurate inventory data?

A. Capacity planning will be affected.

B. Total assets will be affected.

C. The carrying cost rate will decrease.

D. Cash flow will increase.

Correct Answer: B

Question 8

In an attempt to reduce costs associated with information system transactions, which of the following approaches should be considered?

A. Remove the component supermarket

B. Discontinue backflushing components

C. Reducing lot sizes of manufactured products

D. Reducing levels in the bill of material

Correct Answer: D

Question 9

Which of the following topics is the most important training for lean team members?

A. Problem solving

B. Single minute exchange of dies

C. Standard work

D. Kanban

Correct Answer: A

Question 10

Which of the following characteristics are found in a good quality management system?

A. It reduces variability in the workplace.

B. It covers a broad range of activities.

C. It relies on qualitative measurements.

D. It emphasizes sampling inspection.

Correct Answer: A

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