The Shortest Processing Time (SPT) rule
A)Ensures that due dates are met
B)Maximizes average flow-time
C)Minimizes resource utilization
D)Minimizes work in process inventory

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The Shortest Processing Time (SPT) rule is a scheduling algorithm that prioritizes jobs with the shortest processing time first. By doing so, it minimizes the amount of work in process inventory, which can lead to lower costs and faster cycle times. However, it does not guarantee that due dates are met or maximize resource utilization, nor does it necessarily maximize average flow-time.

The Shortest Processing Time (SPT) Rule