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Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Cases in Operations Management - 9

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Narmada Electricals Ltd.' : The disposal of material was done on ________ basis.
Correct Answer
Weight
Your Answer
Weight

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'National Engineering Co.' : GM commented that every department in this company competes with others in matter of ________.
Correct Answer
Inefficiency
Your Answer
Inefficiency

Select The Blank
Question
This question refers to case on 'Weldtech India Pvt Ltd (WIPL)' : Delays in execution of project leads to cost ________.
Correct Answer
Overrun
Your Answer
Overrun

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Artwood Products' : It is necessary to keep stock of standard furniture to cater to sudden requirement of the customers.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to 'Automotive Gears Private Limited' : The company, for its various items, has recently introduced the concept of :-
Correct Answer
Economic lot size
Your Answer
Economic lot size

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Narmada Electricals Ltd.' : Other material considered to be scrap/obsolete is :-
Correct Answer
Packing material , Maintenance spares , Parts/components
Your Answer
Packing material , Maintenance spares , Parts/components , Electric motors

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Kerson Automobiles' : MD has agreed to carry out modification of existing plant.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of Narmada Electricals Ltd.: G.M. recruited a senior purchase manager, Mr. Sajid Durrani in the purchased department :-
Correct Answer
In view of need to procure parts/components for development in time
Your Answer
In view of need to procure parts/components for development in time

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : Following was the solution conceived by the Production Manager to the need of increasing production:-
Correct Answer
Introduction of incentive scheme
Your Answer
Introduction of incentive scheme

Select The Blank
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : Overtime must be ________ to guarantee the success of the wage incentive scheme.
Correct Answer
Eliminative
Your Answer
Eliminative

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : If the Exhaust Manifold is manufactured in house, following costs wll increase:-
Correct Answer
Cost of power , Cost of labour , Cost of consumables like grease, lubricant
Your Answer
Cost of power , Cost of labour , Cost of consumables like grease, lubricant , Fixed overheads

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'The Geer Company' : The purchase of steel was done exclusively by :-
Correct Answer
One buyer
Your Answer
One buyer

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Kerson Automobiles' : Cars are manually pushed over the wooden stand placed in the major repairs section because of :-
Correct Answer
Absence of the underground pit
Your Answer
Absence of the underground pit

True/False
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : Under Scanlon Plan employee is paid incentive bonus based on individual efforts and additional output.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'The Geer Company' : During the period of rapid expansion, it became necessary to subcontract a significant volume of machining operations.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'K.T Gears' : The groove cutting operation is performed at the :-
Correct Answer
Capston lathe
Your Answer
Capston lathe

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refer to the case on "Allied Industries Pvt Ltd" : Following cost element is considered while calculating total cost of buying :-
Correct Answer
Transport cost
Your Answer
Transport cost

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Indus Foundries Ltd.' :Following items are readily available at all the three locations :-
Correct Answer
Raw materials , Scrap , Foundry chemicals
Your Answer
Raw materials , Scrap , Foundry chemicals , Manpower

Match The Following
Question
Correct Answer
Your Answer
Capacity cost
Unabsorbed overheads
Unabsorbed overheads
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : Power cost
Variable over head
Variable over head
Setup cost
Fixed labour cost
Marginal cost
Material cost
Direct cost
Direct cost

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Northern Machinery Limited' : As per Materials Manager basis of awarding contract is :-
Correct Answer
Justified in each case , All Purchase orders above Rs. 10,000/- are counter signed by him , All Purchase orders above Rs. 50,000/- are signed by V.P.
Your Answer
Justified in each case , All Purchase orders above Rs. 10,000/- are counter signed by him , All Purchase orders above Rs. 50,000/- are signed by V.P. , Case to case basis

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Divgi Metalwares Private Limited' : As per the Activity description given in the table, Preparation of operational layout activity affects following activities :-
Correct Answer
Design and draft hobbing fixture , Procure plug gauge , Procure ring gauge
Your Answer
Design and draft hobbing fixture , Procure plug gauge , Procure ring gauge , Manufacture hobbing fixture

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Kerson Automobiles' : As per the MD, the company is faced with following problems :-
Correct Answer
Union leaders do not work , Lower efficiency of the mechanics, as they do not work at their place of work , Union leaders waste their time
Your Answer
Union leaders do not work , Lower efficiency of the mechanics, as they do not work at their place of work , Union leaders waste their time , Unsatisfactory layout

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
The question refer to the case on 'Kalpak Engineers' :Kalpak Engineers have contracted from a boiler company manufacturing of 500 nos of stay bolt. In the manufacturing process grinding operation is carried out on following machine :-
Correct Answer
Cylindrical grinder
Your Answer
Cylindrical grinder

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Artwood Products' : Entire shop floor was ________ due to piles of work in progress.
Correct Answer
Congested
Your Answer
Congested

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Hansa Tractomotive Ltd.' : The machines were completed by Kay Jee :-
Correct Answer
Within the stipulated delivery period
Your Answer
Within the stipulated delivery period

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Kerson Automobiles' : The pedestal grinder mounted on the huge work table, gives out ________ and blows out dust.
Correct Answer
Sparks
Your Answer
Sparks

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : Process sheet for exhaust manifold provides following information:-
Correct Answer
Jigs and fixtures required
Your Answer
Utilization of machine planned

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refers to case on Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : Presently the raw castings are procured by UTPL and given to machining to three vendors. If UTPL has to manufacture Exhaust Manifold in house it would have to provide one of the following:
Correct Answer
New jigs and fixtures
Your Answer
New jigs and fixtures

Match The Following
Question
Correct Answer
Your Answer
Mechanics going to clerk with requisition
Get the replacements authorization
Get the replacements authorization
This Question refers to the case of 'Kerson Automobiles' : Loss of productive time
Obtaining replacement of spares from stores
Obtaining replacement of spares from stores
Transfer of parts from work table to a hand trolley and pushing it out to the service bay
Blowing off parts clean with compressed air
Blowing off parts clean with compressed air
Space for storage of seats inside the workshop
Avoid wasteful movements
Avoid wasteful movements

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'The Irate Vendor' : The old supplier :-
Correct Answer
Has been supplying for over 30 years , Does not understand why he has been cut off , Does not understand why no chance has been given to him to discuss his bid
Your Answer
Has been supplying for over 30 years , Does not understand why he has been cut off , Does not understand why no chance has been given to him to discuss his bid , Is always asked his opinion about quantity to be ordered

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'K.T Gears' : The activities performed by the operator are listed on the practitioner's data sheet.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Classic Engineering Components Ltd.' : Mr. Sen noticed that each worker was provided with the drawing of the component.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
False

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Northern Machinery Limited' : The V.P. instructed Materials Manager to collect ________ information and evidence to clarify that their system is foolproof.
Correct Answer
Relevant
Your Answer
Relevant

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Autogears Private Limited' : Work elements performed by a gear shaving operator are :-
Correct Answer
Load gear on mandrel and secure it with a nut , Raise bed to enable gear teeth to mesh with cutter teeth , Unlock nut and remove gear from the mandrel
Your Answer
Load gear on mandrel and secure it with a nut , Raise bed to enable gear teeth to mesh with cutter teeth , Unlock nut and remove gear from the mandrel , Raise oil guard and switch on the machine

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Artwood Products' : The cost of manufacturing has increased due to :-
Correct Answer
Blockage of funds in inventory , Longer manufacturing cycle time , Poor quality of products
Your Answer
Blockage of funds in inventory , Longer manufacturing cycle time , Poor quality of products , Non availability of skilled labour

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'K.T Gears' : The cycle time per piece to perform the set of activities listed adds up to ________.
Correct Answer
2.30 minutes
Your Answer
2.30 minutes

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Universal Fasteners Ltd.' : Personnel Officer Mr. Sinha informed Mr. Kaul that Employee ________ is very high.
Correct Answer
Turnover
Your Answer
Turnover

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'National Engineering Co.' : As per GM, the route cause of this non-sensical situation is lack of :-
Correct Answer
Co-ordination
Your Answer
Co-ordination

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'The Geer Company' : The company had a small foundry until 1946. This was subsequently closed and the purchase of ferrous castings were handled by :-
Correct Answer
A man who had been a supervisor in the foundry
Your Answer
A man who had been a supervisor in the foundry

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : An incentive plan can be considered as a tool for following:-
Correct Answer
Increase productivity , Create more capacity , Reduce manufacturing costs
Your Answer
Increase productivity , Create more capacity , Reduce manufacturing costs , Increase sales

True/False
Question
This question refers to 'Automotive Gears Private Limited' : The table given in the case study gives approximate machine hour rate for each indicated machine.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

Select The Blank
Question
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : To manufacture exhaust Manifild in-house additional capacity is required. Extra capacity can be generated at UTPL by additional ________.
Correct Answer
Shift
Your Answer
Shift

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Universal Fasteners Ltd.' : Mr. Sharma, Production Engineer informed Mr. Kaul that Hardening & Tempering was the last operation.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'K.T Gears' : The firm is :-
Correct Answer
A proprietary firm , Engaged in manufacture of spur gears , Engaged in manufacture of helical gear
Your Answer
A proprietary firm , Engaged in manufacture of spur gears , Engaged in manufacture of helical gear , Engaged in manufacture of cutting gears

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This question refer to the case on "Allied Industries Pvt Ltd" : Following are cost elements of make indicator :-
Correct Answer
Transport cost , Tooling cost , Indirect Employee cost
Your Answer
Transport cost , Tooling cost , Indirect Employee cost , Power cost

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Classic Engineering Components Ltd.' : Mr. Sen was informed by Mr. Ravikant, Materials Manager that counting is not necessary at every stage as they count at the initial stage and since their workers and supervisors are experienced, they can easily identify the components at each stage of production.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

True/False
Question
This question refers to case on 'Weldtech India Pvt Ltd (WIPL)' : Project duration can always be reduced by deploying additional recourses.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
False

Cases in Operations Management - 8

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Northern Machinery Limited' : M.D. has asked for ________ from the Vice President.
Correct Answer
Explanation
Your Answer
Explanation

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Artwood Products' : The ________ furniture is sold through distributors.
Correct Answer
Standard
Your Answer
Standard

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Divgi Metalwares Private Limited' : The company has finalized the order for manufacture of a ________ driven gear.
Correct Answer
Speedmeter
Your Answer
Speedmeter

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'National Engineering Co' : As per Mr. Khanna( Planning Manager) sales plans are changed :-
Correct Answer
Overnight
Your Answer
Overnight

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Weldtech India Pvt Ltd (WIPL)' : project planning/scheduling techniques are called by following names:-
Correct Answer
CPM , PERT , Network Analysis
Your Answer
CPM , PERT

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Hansa Tractomotive Ltd.' : The loss of consignment was ________.
Correct Answer
Total
Your Answer
Partial

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Quality Gauges Pvt. Ltd.' : The executives were entitled for incentive bonus.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Suyog Udyog' : The process involves the use of :-
Correct Answer
HMT M-2V machine , HMT-2U machine , Investa Pillar drill
Your Answer
HMT M-2V machine , HMT-2U machine , Investa Pillar drill

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
The question refer to the case on 'Kalpak Engineers' : Process sheet does not provide following data:-
Correct Answer
Shift
Your Answer
Shift

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Quality Gauges Pvt. Ltd.' : The consultant made following recommendations :-
Correct Answer
Creation of industrial engineering department , Methods improvement & fixation of performance standards , Introduction of incentive scheme
Your Answer
Creation of industrial engineering department , Methods improvement & fixation of performance standards , Introduction of incentive scheme

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'K.T Gears' : The activities performed by the operator are listed on the practitioner's data sheet.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

True/False
Question
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : It is economical to continue subcontracting the machining of Exhaust Manifold to vendors.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Hansa Tractomotive Ltd.' : After completion of manufacturing, Jay Jee took following actions :-
Correct Answer
Dispatched the consignment by Express Roadlines by truck , Raised the Hundi for the invoiced amount , Did not send the consignment by Hansa's designated carrier
Your Answer
Dispatched the consignment by Express Roadlines by truck , Raised the Hundi for the invoiced amount , Did not send the consignment by Hansa's designated carrier

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Classic Engineering Components Ltd.' : Mr. Sen observed that the Machine Shop was looking ________.
Correct Answer
Congested
Your Answer
Congested

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This question refers to case on Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : Procurement cost per order is computed on the basis of following data:
Correct Answer
Order cost , No of vendors , Frequency of ordering
Your Answer
Order cost , No of vendors , Unit price of the item

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Indus Foundries Ltd.':The location of plant has been narrowed down to following locations :-
Correct Answer
Kolhapur , Ahmedabad , Coimbatore
Your Answer
Coimbatore , Kolhapur , Ahmedabad

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Suyog Udyog' : Balancing weights are manufactured using facilities arranged in :-
Correct Answer
Process type of layout
Your Answer
Process type of layout

Match The Following
Question
Correct Answer
Your Answer
Shop floor mangers pressurized to give
Overtime
Overtime
This Question refers to the case 'Quality Gauges Pvt. Ltd.' : Qualifying amount shall be raised with
Increase in sales price
Increase in sales price
Incentive will be paid on
Basic salary of each employee
Basic salary of each employee
Basis of payment on
Total output in terms of value of production
Total output in terms of value of production

True/False
Question
This question refers to case on 'Weldtech India Pvt Ltd (WIPL)' : Project duration can always be reduced by deploying additional recourses.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
True

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Classic Engineering Components Ltd.' : Customers complaints were on the rise, mainly due to :-
Correct Answer
Delay in deliveries
Your Answer
Delay in deliveries

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Artwood Products' : Mr. Dilip Tahil who founded the company initially focused on :-
Correct Answer
Custom built furniture
Your Answer
Custom built furniture

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Classic Engineering Components Ltd.' : The company supplies components to :-
Correct Answer
Automobile industries , Printing machines , Machine tool & process equipment industries
Your Answer
Automobile industries , Printing machines , Machine tool & process equipment industries

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Artwood Products' : The cost of manufacturing has increased due to :-
Correct Answer
Blockage of funds in inventory , Longer manufacturing cycle time , Poor quality of products
Your Answer
Blockage of funds in inventory , Longer manufacturing cycle time , Poor quality of products

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Universal Fasteners Ltd.' : The organization has reputation for poor deliveries.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
False

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : The Scanlon plan for incentive payment is useful for the organizations of following characteristic:-
Correct Answer
Highly labour intensive
Your Answer
Highly labour intensive

Select The Blank
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : In Scanlon Plan all employees receive guaranteed ________ wages.
Correct Answer
Time
Your Answer
Time

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Autogears Private Limited' : It takes 0.2 minutes to measure dimensions and set aside gear into the trolley.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
False

True/False
Question
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : As extra capacity can be generated by starting an additional shift, hence fixed overheads are sizable.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
True

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Autogears Private Limited' : The management is interested in the following :-
Correct Answer
Improved method of working
Your Answer
Improved method of working

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Indus Foundries Ltd.' :Following items are readily available at all the three locations :-
Correct Answer
Raw materials , Scrap , Foundry chemicals
Your Answer
Raw materials , Scrap , Foundry chemicals

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'The Geer Company' : The volume of growth tripled due to ________ management.
Correct Answer
Aggressive
Your Answer
Aggressive

Match The Following
Question
Correct Answer
Your Answer
Responsibility for Monthly report on any rejected/obsolete/non-moving items
Production /Marketing department
Production /Marketing department
This Question refers to the case of 'Narmada Electricals Ltd.' : Decision whether material is obsolete or otherwise
Store Manager
Store Manager
Disposal of waste/obsolete material
Once a year
Once a year
Storage of scrap material in scrap yard
Without identification or any records of quantities
Without identification or any records of quantities

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Suyog Udyog' : Number of work stations are to be decided based on assumption that monthly off take is ________ numbers.
Correct Answer
8000
Your Answer
8000

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : Incentive schemes can not be considered to be a substitute of the following:-
Correct Answer
Poor management
Your Answer
Low productivity

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Narmada Electricals Ltd.' :The rates of scrap were reviewed from time to time.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
False

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Suyog Udyog' : The operation time for C' sunk 14 dia holes on both sides is 0.50 per piece.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Kerson Automobiles' : It was decided to modify the existing layout of the plant in the year :-
Correct Answer
1972
Your Answer
1972

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Quality Gauges Pvt. Ltd.' : Incentive scheme was finalized based on :-
Correct Answer
Monthly sales
Your Answer
Monthly production

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Artwood Products' : Entire shop floor was ________ due to piles of work in progress.
Correct Answer
Congested
Your Answer
Congested

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refer to the case on "Allied Industries Pvt Ltd" : The company should continue current practice of subcontracting thread rolling operation if :-
Correct Answer
Cost to buy is lower than cost to make
Your Answer
Cost to buy is lower than cost to make

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Classic Engineering Components Ltd.' : Mr. Sen noticed that each worker was provided with the drawing of the component.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'The Gujrat Engineering company Limited' : The company has received a special order where :-
Correct Answer
A special cylinder is to be manufactured. , The item is to be manufactured from a hollow bored forging , Fastest delivery is requested
Your Answer
A special cylinder is to be manufactured. , The item is to be manufactured from a hollow bored forging , Fastest delivery is requested

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Northern Machinery Limited' : The V.P. asked Material Manager to prepare short report to be presented to board of directors about :-
Correct Answer
Buying policies
Your Answer
Buying policies

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Eagle Machine Company' : Manufacturing Manager handles :-
Correct Answer
Production , Inventory control , Receiving
Your Answer
Production , Inventory control , Receiving

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Autogears Private Limited' : Work elements performed by a gear shaving operator are :-
Correct Answer
Load gear on mandrel and secure it with a nut , Raise bed to enable gear teeth to mesh with cutter teeth , Unlock nut and remove gear from the mandrel
Your Answer
Load gear on mandrel and secure it with a nut , Raise bed to enable gear teeth to mesh with cutter teeth , Unlock nut and remove gear from the mandrel

Select The Blank
Question
This question refers to case on 'Weldtech India Pvt Ltd (WIPL)' : Delays in execution of project leads to cost ________.
Correct Answer
Overrun
Your Answer
Overrun

Select The Blank
Question
This question refer to the case on "Allied Industries Pvt Ltd" : Allied Industries Pvt ltd is a small ________ concern with 25 workmen.
Correct Answer
Proprietary
Your Answer
Proprietary

Cases in Operations Management - 7

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Northern Machinery Limited' : M.D. has asked for ________ from the Vice President.
Correct Answer
Explanation
Your Answer
Explanation

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Artwood Products' : The ________ furniture is sold through distributors.
Correct Answer
Standard
Your Answer
Standard

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Divgi Metalwares Private Limited' : The company has finalized the order for manufacture of a ________ driven gear.
Correct Answer
Speedmeter
Your Answer
Speedmeter

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'National Engineering Co' : As per Mr. Khanna( Planning Manager) sales plans are changed :-
Correct Answer
Overnight
Your Answer
Overnight

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Weldtech India Pvt Ltd (WIPL)' : project planning/scheduling techniques are called by following names:-
Correct Answer
CPM , PERT , Network Analysis
Your Answer
CPM , PERT

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Hansa Tractomotive Ltd.' : The loss of consignment was ________.
Correct Answer
Total
Your Answer
Partial

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Quality Gauges Pvt. Ltd.' : The executives were entitled for incentive bonus.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Suyog Udyog' : The process involves the use of :-
Correct Answer
HMT M-2V machine , HMT-2U machine , Investa Pillar drill
Your Answer
HMT M-2V machine , HMT-2U machine , Investa Pillar drill

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
The question refer to the case on 'Kalpak Engineers' : Process sheet does not provide following data:-
Correct Answer
Shift
Your Answer
Shift

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Quality Gauges Pvt. Ltd.' : The consultant made following recommendations :-
Correct Answer
Creation of industrial engineering department , Methods improvement & fixation of performance standards , Introduction of incentive scheme
Your Answer
Creation of industrial engineering department , Methods improvement & fixation of performance standards , Introduction of incentive scheme

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'K.T Gears' : The activities performed by the operator are listed on the practitioner's data sheet.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

True/False
Question
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : It is economical to continue subcontracting the machining of Exhaust Manifold to vendors.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Hansa Tractomotive Ltd.' : After completion of manufacturing, Jay Jee took following actions :-
Correct Answer
Dispatched the consignment by Express Roadlines by truck , Raised the Hundi for the invoiced amount , Did not send the consignment by Hansa's designated carrier
Your Answer
Dispatched the consignment by Express Roadlines by truck , Raised the Hundi for the invoiced amount , Did not send the consignment by Hansa's designated carrier

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Classic Engineering Components Ltd.' : Mr. Sen observed that the Machine Shop was looking ________.
Correct Answer
Congested
Your Answer
Congested

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This question refers to case on Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : Procurement cost per order is computed on the basis of following data:
Correct Answer
Order cost , No of vendors , Frequency of ordering
Your Answer
Order cost , No of vendors , Unit price of the item

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Indus Foundries Ltd.':The location of plant has been narrowed down to following locations :-
Correct Answer
Kolhapur , Ahmedabad , Coimbatore
Your Answer
Kolhapur , Ahmedabad , Coimbatore

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Universal Fasteners Ltd.' : The organization has reputation for poor deliveries.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
False

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : The Scanlon plan for incentive payment is useful for the organizations of following characteristic:-
Correct Answer
Highly labour intensive
Your Answer
Highly labour intensive

Select The Blank
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : In Scanlon Plan all employees receive guaranteed ________ wages.
Correct Answer
Time
Your Answer
Time

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Autogears Private Limited' : It takes 0.2 minutes to measure dimensions and set aside gear into the trolley.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
False

True/False
Question
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : As extra capacity can be generated by starting an additional shift, hence fixed overheads are sizable.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
True

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Autogears Private Limited' : The management is interested in the following :-
Correct Answer
Improved method of working
Your Answer
Improved method of working

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Indus Foundries Ltd.' :Following items are readily available at all the three locations :-
Correct Answer
Raw materials , Scrap , Foundry chemicals
Your Answer
Raw materials , Scrap , Foundry chemicals

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'The Geer Company' : The volume of growth tripled due to ________ management.
Correct Answer
Aggressive
Your Answer
Aggressive

Match The Following
Question
Correct Answer
Your Answer
Responsibility for Monthly report on any rejected/obsolete/non-moving items
Production /Marketing department
Production /Marketing department
This Question refers to the case of 'Narmada Electricals Ltd.' : Decision whether material is obsolete or otherwise
Store Manager
Store Manager
Disposal of waste/obsolete material
Once a year
Once a year
Storage of scrap material in scrap yard
Without identification or any records of quantities
Without identification or any records of quantities

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Suyog Udyog' : Number of work stations are to be decided based on assumption that monthly off take is ________ numbers.
Correct Answer
8000
Your Answer
8000

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : Incentive schemes can not be considered to be a substitute of the following:-
Correct Answer
Poor management
Your Answer
Low productivity

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Narmada Electricals Ltd.' :The rates of scrap were reviewed from time to time.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
False

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Suyog Udyog' : The operation time for C' sunk 14 dia holes on both sides is 0.50 per piece.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Kerson Automobiles' : It was decided to modify the existing layout of the plant in the year :-
Correct Answer
1972
Your Answer
1972

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Quality Gauges Pvt. Ltd.' : Incentive scheme was finalized based on :-
Correct Answer
Monthly sales
Your Answer
Monthly production

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Artwood Products' : Entire shop floor was ________ due to piles of work in progress.
Correct Answer
Congested
Your Answer
Congested

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refer to the case on "Allied Industries Pvt Ltd" : The company should continue current practice of subcontracting thread rolling operation if :-
Correct Answer
Cost to buy is lower than cost to make
Your Answer
Cost to buy is lower than cost to make

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Classic Engineering Components Ltd.' : Mr. Sen noticed that each worker was provided with the drawing of the component.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'The Gujrat Engineering company Limited' : The company has received a special order where :-
Correct Answer
A special cylinder is to be manufactured. , The item is to be manufactured from a hollow bored forging , Fastest delivery is requested
Your Answer
A special cylinder is to be manufactured. , The item is to be manufactured from a hollow bored forging , Fastest delivery is requested

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Northern Machinery Limited' : The V.P. asked Material Manager to prepare short report to be presented to board of directors about :-
Correct Answer
Buying policies
Your Answer
Buying policies

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Eagle Machine Company' : Manufacturing Manager handles :-
Correct Answer
Production , Inventory control , Receiving
Your Answer
Production , Inventory control , Receiving

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Autogears Private Limited' : Work elements performed by a gear shaving operator are :-
Correct Answer
Load gear on mandrel and secure it with a nut , Raise bed to enable gear teeth to mesh with cutter teeth , Unlock nut and remove gear from the mandrel
Your Answer
Load gear on mandrel and secure it with a nut , Raise bed to enable gear teeth to mesh with cutter teeth , Unlock nut and remove gear from the mandrel

Select The Blank
Question
This question refers to case on 'Weldtech India Pvt Ltd (WIPL)' : Delays in execution of project leads to cost ________.
Correct Answer
Overrun
Your Answer
Overrun

Select The Blank
Question
This question refer to the case on "Allied Industries Pvt Ltd" : Allied Industries Pvt ltd is a small ________ concern with 25 workmen.
Correct Answer
Proprietary
Your Answer
Proprietary

Cases in Operations Management - 6

LIST OF ATTEMPTED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Hansa Tractomotive Ltd.' : After completion of manufacturing, Jay Jee took following actions :-
Correct Answer
Dispatched the consignment by Express Roadlines by truck , Raised the Hundi for the invoiced amount , Did not send the consignment by Hansa's designated carrier
Your Answer
Did not send the consignment by Hansa's designated carrier , Dispatched the consignment by Express Roadlines by truck , Raised the Hundi for the invoiced amount

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Universal Fasteners Ltd.' : During the meeting with G.M (Mr. Kaul) Store Keeper Mr. Bapat informed that purchases were made from :-
Correct Answer
Several sources
Your Answer
Several sources

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : One of the following is not a variable overhead:-
Correct Answer
Space
Your Answer
Space

True/False
Question
This Question refers to 'Uday Electroplating Shop' : As per cost figures collected, Expected volume of work on special equipment next year is 10,000 Nos.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of Narmada Electricals Ltd.: In the existing method, the scarp generated in processes like machining was stored in :-
Correct Answer
Scrap yard
Your Answer
Scrap yard

Match The Following
Question
Correct Answer
Your Answer
Anonymous letter received by M.D.
Need to justify
Need to justify
This question refers to the case of 'Northern Machinery Ltd.' : Senior buyers
Seen in top hotels with suppliers
No material facts to support the arguments
Reason for failure to convince the Board of Directors
No material facts to support the arguments
No confidence in Material manager and Senior buyers
Lot of items on the agenda
Need to be concise and to the point
Need to be concise and to the point

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Divgi Metalwares Private Limited' : The new items contracted by the company are handled by the development department for :-
Correct Answer
Submission of samples , Manufacture of one or two production lots , Transfer to manufacturing department for regular production, after successful development
Your Answer
Submission of samples , Manufacture of one or two production lots , Transfer to manufacturing department for regular production, after successful development

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Classic Engineering Components Ltd.' : The company has well established machine shop having more than 150 machines and :-
Correct Answer
A heat treatment shop , Metrology section , Packing section
Your Answer
A heat treatment shop , Metrology section , Packing section

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'The Gujrat Engineering company Limited' : The company also executes :-
Correct Answer
Rush orders
Your Answer
Rush orders

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to 'Uday Electroplating Shop' :The owner finds it ________ to get part time employees when there is heavy work load.
Correct Answer
Difficult
Your Answer
Difficult

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
The question refer to the case on 'Kalpak Engineers' :Kalpak Engineers have contracted from a boiler company manufacturing of 500 nos of stay bolt. In the manufacturing process grinding operation is carried out on following machine :-
Correct Answer
Cylindrical grinder
Your Answer
Cylindrical grinder

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : Process sheet for exhaust manifold provides following information:-
Correct Answer
Jigs and fixtures required
Your Answer
Jigs and fixtures required

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Classic Engineering Components Ltd.' : The company supplies components to :-
Correct Answer
Automobile industries , Printing machines , Machine tool & process equipment industries
Your Answer
Automobile industries , Printing machines , Machine tool & process equipment industries

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Classic Engineering Components Ltd.' : Mr. Sen noticed that each worker was provided with the drawing of the component.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
False

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Eagle Machine Company' : Cost of running Sally's department is Rs 3,70,000 per year. This is on account of :-
Correct Answer
Salaries , Fringes , Expenses
Your Answer
Salaries , Fringes , Expenses

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Quality Gauges Pvt. Ltd.' : After the introduction of scheme, shop floor manager has complained of pressure from workmen for ________.
Correct Answer
Overtime
Your Answer
Overtime

Match The Following
Question
Correct Answer
Your Answer
Test of viability of standards
Production study
Production study
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : Guaranteed time wage
Scanlon Plan
Predetermined Method Time standards
Base wage rate
Job Evaluation
Work Measurement
Fixation of Performance standard
Work Measurement
Job Evaluation

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'The Irate Vendor' : Jones had been brought in by a management consultant to ________ the department's buying activities.
Correct Answer
Centralize
Your Answer
Centralize

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Kerson Automobiles' : It was decided to modify the existing layout of the plant in the year :-
Correct Answer
1972
Your Answer
1972

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'The Gujrat Engineering company Limited' : The company has received a special order where :-
Correct Answer
A special cylinder is to be manufactured. , The item is to be manufactured from a hollow bored forging , Fastest delivery is requested
Your Answer
A special cylinder is to be manufactured. , The item is to be manufactured from a hollow bored forging , Fastest delivery is requested

Select The Blank
Question
This question refer to the case on "Allied Industries Pvt Ltd" : One of the assumptions of the case is- other incidental costs (e.g. paper work, Transport charges for acquiring and regrinding thread roll) are ________.
Correct Answer
Negligible
Your Answer
Low

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Artwood Products' : The ________ furniture is sold through distributors.
Correct Answer
Standard
Your Answer
Standard

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Divgi Metalwares Private Limited' : It is a :-
Correct Answer
Light engineering company
Your Answer
Light engineering company

True/False
Question
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : The average efficiency on the other components currently being produced is around 75%.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Suyog Udyog' : The process involves the use of :-
Correct Answer
HMT M-2V machine , HMT-2U machine , Investa Pillar drill
Your Answer
HMT M-2V machine , HMT-2U machine , Investa Pillar drill

Select The Blank
Question
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : Jigs and fixtures once provided will be able to maintain accuracy up to about ________ pieces.
Correct Answer
20000
Your Answer
20000

True/False
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : "It is difficult to install an incentive scheme and easy to withdraw when desired."
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
True

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Suyog Udyog' : The operation time for C' sunk 14 dia holes on both sides is 0.50 per piece.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'The Geer Company' : Problems got created due to :-
Correct Answer
Added work load in purchasing , Divided buying responsibilities , Number of inexperienced buyers
Your Answer
Added work load in purchasing , Divided buying responsibilities , Number of inexperienced buyers

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Indus Foundries Ltd.': The company is faced with following problems :-
Correct Answer
Choice of Location
Your Answer
Choice of Plant machinery

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Weldtech India Pvt Ltd (WIPL)' : Following is the information requirement for using CPM/PERT techniques:-
Correct Answer
List of activities , Activity duration , Precedent relationship of the activities
Your Answer
List of activities , Activity duration , Person responsible for activity completion

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : The success of an incentive plan to a large extent depends on the following factor:-
Correct Answer
Quality of performance standard
Your Answer
Production Planning and Control system

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : Following systems are prerequisites for an incentive scheme:-
Correct Answer
Good production planning and control system , Good Inspection and quality control system , Sound system of accounting operators daily output
Your Answer
Good production planning and control system , Good Inspection and quality control system , Sound system of accounting operators daily output

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'K.T Gears' : The problem envisages determining the rate of ________ before and after improvement in the existing method.
Correct Answer
Production
Your Answer
Speed

Multiple Choice Multiple Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'The Geer Company' : The problems reported are :-
Correct Answer
Delays in placing orders , Frequently late deliveries , Incorrect ordering quantities
Your Answer
Delays in placing orders , Frequently late deliveries , Incorrect ordering quantities

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : Following practice if prevalent, must be eliminated to guarantee success of wage incentive scheme :-
Correct Answer
Overtime
Your Answer
Encashment of leave

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Universal Fasteners Ltd.' : The organization has reputation for poor deliveries.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
False

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This question refers to case on 'Weldtech India Pvt Ltd (WIPL)' : Use of Network Techniques beside computing project duration also helps in the following :-
Correct Answer
Possibilities of reducing project duration
Your Answer
Computing manpower requirement

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
The question refer to the case on 'Kalpak Engineers' : This case is concerned with following element of production planning:-
Correct Answer
Routing
Your Answer
Scheduling

Multiple Choice Single Answer
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Hansa Tractomotive Ltd.' : The machines were completed by Kay Jee :-
Correct Answer
Within the stipulated delivery period
Your Answer
Within the stipulated delivery period

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case of 'Kerson Automobiles' : The pedestal grinder mounted on the huge work table, gives out ________ and blows out dust.
Correct Answer
Sparks
Your Answer
Sparks

Select The Blank
Question
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : In machining Exhaust Manifold, no cutting oil is required as the material is ________.
Correct Answer
Cast iron
Your Answer
Plastic

Select The Blank
Question
This question refers to case on 'Morbay Engineering Works (MEW)' : Success of wage incentive plans to a large extent depends on the ________ of performance standards.
Correct Answer
Quality
Your Answer
Quality

True/False
Question
This question refers to case on 'Uma Tools Pvt Ltd (UTPL)' : The cost of foundry reject is borne by the company.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

True/False
Question
This question refers to the case of 'Northern Machinery Ltd' : As per summary of purchases of the last year, Material cost as a proportion of sales is 26%.
Correct Answer
False
Your Answer
True

True/False
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Quality Gauges Pvt. Ltd.' : The executives were entitled for incentive bonus.
Correct Answer
True
Your Answer
True

Select The Blank
Question
This Question refers to the case 'Suyog Udyog' : Number of work stations are to be decided based on assumption that monthly off take is ________ numbers.
Correct Answer
8000
Your Answer
8000