Breakdown programs often are prioritized such that some equipment gets a lot of attention and other equipment gets very little. This typically reflects the fact that breakdowns are consistent with:
A) Pareto phenomenA.
B) production interruptions.
C) supply disturbances.
D) cross-trained workers.
E) lean operations.

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Pareto's principle states that 80% of the effects come from 20% of the causes. In the context of breakdown programs, this means that a few pieces of equipment are responsible for the majority of breakdowns, and therefore, they require more attention and maintenance than others. This is consistent with prioritizing equipment based on the Pareto phenomenon.

Breakdown Programs Often Are Prioritized Such That Some Equipment Gets