Used to produce one or a few products in high volume describes which?

• A. Intermittent Processes
• B. Repetitive Processes
• C. Job Shop Production
• D. Batch Production

Answer: (B)

When a facility is set up to produce one or a few products in high volume, the process is designed as repetitive production, often arranged as an assembly line. The work moves through a fixed sequence of standardized operations, with specialized equipment and limited variation in how tasks are performed. This setup maximizes throughput and minimizes per-unit costs because setup times are amortized over many units, quality is easier to maintain with consistent, repeatable steps, and scheduling becomes more predictable. The product mix is narrow and changes are infrequent, which fits the steady, high-volume nature of repetitive processes. In contrast, intermittent processes handle high variety and customization with frequent setups, batch production mixes moderate volumes with batches of a few products, and job shop production emphasizes flexibility and customization with lower volumes.