DAF Foundations OF Lean Practice Question
What is the relationship between 'Flow' and 'Value' in Lean?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Flow is the mechanism that enables value delivery.
Flow is the mechanism by which value is delivered. If flow is interrupted, value delivery is delayed.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Flow is the mechanism that enables value delivery.
Why this is correct
Value is only realized when the work flows to the customer.
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Value is achieved by stopping all flow.
Why it's wrong here
That would prevent value delivery.
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Flow is only for manufacturing, not software.
Why it's wrong here
Lean flow is fundamental to all knowledge work.
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Flow and value are completely unrelated.
Why it's wrong here
Flow is central to Lean value.
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