OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT (LL)-W/ACCESS
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Chapter 4, Problem 1CQ
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To explain: The effect on the costs of direct labor.
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Correct option: (a)
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Costs of direct labor would be 50 percent lower.
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It is given that the process is replicated in another country in which the wages are 50% lower compared to the existing country. It is also mentioned that the staffing and processing times are identical to the existing country. Therefore, there will not be any need for the additional time required. Naturally, the direct labor costs will be 50% lower.
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