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Why might a company choose traditional manufacturing over 3D printing despite higher setup costs?

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3D Printing - Fundamentals
Why might a company choose traditional manufacturing over 3D printing despite higher setup costs?
ABecause traditional manufacturing is always cheaper
BTo create highly customized one-off products
CTo produce large volumes quickly and consistently
DBecause 3D printing cannot produce durable parts
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand production goals

    Traditional manufacturing is efficient for large volume, consistent parts.
  2. Step 2: Evaluate other options

    Customization favors 3D printing; traditional manufacturing is not always cheaper; 3D printing can produce durable parts.
  3. Final Answer:

    To produce large volumes quickly and consistently -> Option C
  4. Quick Check:

    Reason for traditional choice = Large volume production [OK]
Quick Trick: Traditional suits large volume, consistent parts [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Confusing customization with traditional manufacturing
  • Assuming traditional is always cheaper
  • Believing 3D printing parts lack durability

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