multiple$-$choice questions on Operations Management:

$1.**$Quality Management Principles$**$

Which of the following is a principle of Total Quality Management $($TQM$)?$

a$)$ Centralized decision$-$making

b$)$ Employee independence

c$)$ Continuous improvement

d$)$ Limited supplier relationships

$2.**$Inventory Management Techniques$**$

Which technique is used in inventory management to minimize carrying costs and avoid stockouts?

a$)$ Just$-$in$-$time $($JIT$)$

b$)$ First$-$in$,$ first$-$out $($FIFO$)$

c$)$ Economic order quantity $($EOQ$)$

d$)$ Last$-$in$,$ first$-$out $($LIFO$)$

$3.**$Process Design and Analysis$**$

Which process design is typically used to produce a high variety of products in small volumes?

a$)$ Continuous flow

b$)$ Mass production

c$)$ Job shop

d$)$ Assembly line

$4.**$Supply Chain Management$**$

What is the primary goal of supply chain management?

a$)$ Increasing the supplier base

b$)$ Maximizing company's own profits

c$)$ Reducing environmental impact

d$)$ Enhancing customer value and achieving sustainable competitive advantage

$5.**$Project Management$**$

In project management, the Critical Path Method $($CPM$)$ is used to:

a$)$ Identify the shortest time needed to complete the project

b$)$ Allocate resources efficiently

c$)$ Manage project risks

d$)$ Communicate with stakeholders

These questions cover various aspects of operations management, including quality control, inventory, process design, supply chain, and project management.