In the context of the major categories of waste classified by the Toyota Motor Company, which of the following is true of overproduction
A) It ties up production facilities, and the resulting excess inventory simply sits idle.
B) It is waste associated with the expense of idle stock and extra storage.
C) It allows queues to build up between operations, resulting in longer lead times.
D) It is a result of inefficient workplace design and location of tools and materials.

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Overproduction ties up production facilities and results in excess inventory that simply sits idle. This creates waste in terms of unused resources and the associated costs.

In the Context of the Major Categories of Waste Classified