Question
When setting direct labor standards Blank______.
Multiple select question.
time and motion studies may be used
it is best to use "tight but attainable" standards
it is important to consult the purchasing manager
the production manager should be consulted
Multiple select question.
time and motion studies may be used
it is best to use "tight but attainable" standards
it is important to consult the purchasing manager
the production manager should be consulted
Answers
GPT-4o mini
When setting direct labor standards, the following options apply:
- **Time and motion studies may be used**: These studies can help establish time standards for tasks by observing and measuring the time taken to perform specific jobs.
- **It is best to use "tight but attainable" standards**: Setting standards that are challenging yet achievable encourages efficiency and productivity without demotivating employees.
- **The production manager should be consulted**: The production manager has valuable insights into the production processes and can provide relevant information when setting labor standards.
The statement regarding consulting the purchasing manager is generally not a primary consideration in setting direct labor standards, as the purchasing manager focuses on procurement of materials rather than labor efficiency.
Therefore, the correct answers are:
- time and motion studies may be used
- it is best to use "tight but attainable" standards
- the production manager should be consulted
- **Time and motion studies may be used**: These studies can help establish time standards for tasks by observing and measuring the time taken to perform specific jobs.
- **It is best to use "tight but attainable" standards**: Setting standards that are challenging yet achievable encourages efficiency and productivity without demotivating employees.
- **The production manager should be consulted**: The production manager has valuable insights into the production processes and can provide relevant information when setting labor standards.
The statement regarding consulting the purchasing manager is generally not a primary consideration in setting direct labor standards, as the purchasing manager focuses on procurement of materials rather than labor efficiency.
Therefore, the correct answers are:
- time and motion studies may be used
- it is best to use "tight but attainable" standards
- the production manager should be consulted