Use the process shown in the Figure. All the functions need to be performed, but the two paths (i.e., C-D and E-F) can be performed simultaneously. Process times for each step are in parenthesis and given in minutes per unit.

Compute the direct labor utilization for each path (A-B-C-D-G, and A-B-E-F-G). What is the average of direct labor utilization for the process?

a) 70%

b) 50%

c) 65%

d) 25%

(8) (12) B (15) G (10) (5) (12)