The Genfin Company does not want to pay for warehouse space for the parts it needs to assemble its products. It has arranged with all of its suppliers to deliver the parts on a precise timetable, with the times varying somewhat with Genfin's production schedule. This arrangement is an example of
a. pirate capitalism
b. just-in-time delivery
c. macroplanning
d. continuous improvement
e. total quality management
b
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a. time b. space c. residence d. place
Although people do not "need" the latest smart phone to survive, many today in the U.S. may feel they are at disadvantage if they do not possess one. This assessment describes
a. relative poverty. b. absolute poverty. c. sustained poverty. d. social stratification.
In the context of applying the Fourth Amendment to prisoners, over the years, the courts have been fairly consistent in deciding that ______
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following concepts refers to "consciously organized attempts outside of established institutions to enhance or resist change through group action"?
A. social change B. social stressors C. social environment D. social movements