Question

Which of the following is a disadvantage of assembly lines

A) workers perform specialized tasks
B) it takes fewer hours to produce products
C) it is inefficient for producing small batches
D) it moves the product along a conveyor belt pass a number of workstations

Answer 1

C) it is inefficient for producing small batches

Answer 2

The correct option is C.
The assembly line is a manufacturing process in which parts are added as the semi finished assembly as they move from workstation to workstation. The parts are added in sequence until all the parts are added. This type of production method is not suitable for production of small batches of products.