As one of the seven sources of manufacturing wastes, overprocessing refers to:
A) the movement of components and parts not associated with their transformation.
B) components or products which are not being processed.
C) a component or a product that requires more time to process than the standard estimate.
D) producing more than the customer wants at a particular point in time.
E) the failure to provide clear instructions for any stage of the service environment.

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Overprocessing is when a component or product requires more time to process than the standard estimate. This can include adding unnecessary features or using more expensive materials, which increases costs without providing additional value to the customer.

As One of the Seven Sources of Manufacturing Wastes, Overprocessing