Which of the following statements regarding a pull system is TRUE?
A) Large lots are pulled from upstream stations.
B) Work is pulled to the downstream stations before it is actually needed.
C) Manufacturing cycle time is increased.
D) Problems become more obvious.
E) None of these is true of a pull system.

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In a pull system, work is pulled only when it is needed downstream, which makes any problems or delays more obvious. Option A is incorrect as large lots are not pulled in a pull system; only small batches are pulled. Option B is also incorrect as work is not pulled to downstream stations before it is needed. Option C is incorrect as manufacturing cycle time is decreased in a pull system. Therefore, the correct answer is D.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding a Pull System Is