LMC Lean Principles and Foundations 4

Question 1

Which lean concept describes the total time from when a customer places an order to when they receive the product or service?

Accepted Answer

Lead time

Answer

Lead time is the total elapsed time from order placement to delivery, encompassing all processing, waiting, and transport time in the value stream.

Question 2

The 'perfection' principle in lean implies that:

Accepted Answer

Improvement is a continuous, never-ending journey

Answer

Perfection in lean is an aspirational north star — it acknowledges that while perfection may never be fully achieved, continuous pursuit of it drives ongoing improvement.

Question 3

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates 'Muri' (overburden)?

Accepted Answer

A worker consistently lifting heavy parts beyond ergonomic limits

Answer

Muri refers to overburden placed on people, equipment, or processes beyond their reasonable capacity, leading to errors, breakdowns, and safety issues.

Question 4

In lean, 'Just-in-Time' production means:

Accepted Answer

Producing the right item, in the right quantity, at the right time

Answer

Just-in-Time is a core lean strategy where items are produced or delivered exactly when needed, in the exact quantity needed, to eliminate inventory waste.

Question 5

A lean practitioner observing a process notices that workers frequently walk across the facility to retrieve tools. This is an example of which waste?

Accepted Answer

Motion

Answer

Unnecessary motion refers to any movement of people that does not add value, such as walking to retrieve tools that should be stored at the point of use.

(LMC) Lean Management Certification Practice Test

(LMC) Lean Management Certification Practice Test

LMC Lean Principles and Foundations 4