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According to Woodward, unit and small-batch production tends to:

ARequire highly centralized control

BInvolve a tall hierarchical structure

CEmphasize flexibility and skilled labor

DUse continuous flow of materials

Answer:

C. Emphasize flexibility and skilled labor

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  • According to Woodward, unit and small-batch production tends to Emphasize flexibility and skilled labor


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