For a company with a product mix of 40% of product A and 30% each of products B and C, which of the following mixed-model sequences most reflects the lean philosophy?
A)AABBCCAABC
B)ABCABCABCA
C)AAAABBBCCC
D)BCABCABCAB
E)BBBAACCCAA

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The mixed-model sequence that most reflects the lean philosophy is the one that minimizes inventory and maximizes flow. Option B achieves this by alternating between all three products every three units, which helps to minimize the amount of inventory for each product while maintaining a steady flow through the production process. This approach is consistent with the lean philosophy of just-in-time (JIT) inventory management and continuous flow.

For a Company with a Product Mix of 40% of Product