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Question $2(1$ point$)$

What did the Japanese consultants observe about Paul Akers' company before lean was implemented?

They noted the company was well$-$organized but not lean.

They believed the company was poorly managed.

They were highly impressed with the efficiency.

They found the company to be lean already.

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