WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The term mass production refers to ____
A
the production of goods in quantity usually by machinery
B
a new production method pioneered by Henry Ford
C
a preindustrial manufacturing method involving hundreds of people performing the same task simultaneously
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Mass production, also known as flow production, repetitive flow production, series production or serial production, is a manufacturing process where goods are produced in large quantities using standardized designs, machinery, and assembly line techniques.

Detailed explanation-2: -Mass production is the manufacturing of the same standardized product lines for a prolonged period of time. It uses automation or assembly lines to facilitate the high volume production of similar products. Mass production is synonymous with continuous flow production or series reduction.

Detailed explanation-3: -It is also called as continuous production. Mass manufacturing is characterized by very high production rates and low variety or flexibility.

Detailed explanation-4: -Manufacture of discrete parts or assemblies using a continuous process are called Mass Production. This production system is justified by very large volume of production. The machines are arranged in a line or product layout. Product and process standardization exists and all outputs follow the same path.

Detailed explanation-5: -mass production is the manufacture of large quantities of standardized products, frequently utilizing assembly line technology. mass consuption is the use or purchase of goods or services by a large number of people.

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