OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT (LL)-W/ACCESS
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Author: CACHON
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Chapter 2, Problem 2PA
For the purpose of process analysis, which of the following measures would be considered an appropriate flow unit for analyzing the main operation of a local accounting firm? Instructions: You may select more than one answer.
- a. Number of accountants working each week
- b. Number of tax returns completed each week
- c. Number of customers with past-due invoices
- d. Number of reams of paper received from suppliers
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