CIMA Exam CIMAPRO19-P02-1 Topic 5 Question 96 Discussion

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Question #: 96
Topic #: 5

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Which of the following are TRUE about the theory of constraints? Select ALL that apply.

AEach resource should be put to its most profitable use

BRelieve all the constraints in a system simultaneously to ensure optimality

CEnsure that each constraint is being used efficiently

DRelieve constraints until the cost of relieving the last constraint exceeds the benefit

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Suggested Answer: A, C, D

by Dick at Sep 10, 2024, 11:02 AM

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Paris

3 months ago

I'll have to use my Theory of Constraints to figure out the best way to tackle this question. Time to get creative!

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Aileen

3 months ago

This question is a real constraint on my brain! Better not let it become the weakest link in my exam performance.

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Karol

3 months ago

D) Relieve constraints until the cost of relieving the last constraint exceeds the benefit

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Clemencia

3 months ago

C) Ensure that each constraint is being used efficiently

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Gracia

3 months ago

A) Each resource should be put to its most profitable use

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Cruz

4 months ago

B is just plain wrong. Trying to relieve all constraints at once is a recipe for chaos, not optimization.

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Lai

3 months ago

D) Relieve constraints until the cost of relieving the last constraint exceeds the benefit

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Jarod

3 months ago

C) Ensure that each constraint is being used efficiently

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Stephen

3 months ago

A) Each resource should be put to its most profitable use

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Annett

4 months ago

I'm not sure about B, but I think A, C, and D are definitely true.

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Rosendo

4 months ago

I believe D is also true because it's important to consider cost-benefit analysis.

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Johna

4 months ago

I agree with Walker, A and C make sense.

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Frank

5 months ago

D seems like the most logical answer to me. You want to keep improving until the cost of further improvements outweighs the benefits.

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Walker

5 months ago

I think A and C are true.

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Merissa

5 months ago

I think A and C are definitely true about the theory of constraints. Maximizing the profitability of each resource and ensuring efficient use of constraints are key principles.

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Louvenia

4 months ago

Yes, it's important to make sure each resource is being used effectively and efficiently.

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Roxane

4 months ago

I agree, maximizing profitability and efficiency are crucial in the theory of constraints.

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