Which of the following is false regarding the links between JIT and quality?
a. Inventory hides bad quality; JIT immediately exposes it.
b. JIT reduces the number of potential sources of error by shrinking queues and lead times.
c. As quality improves, fewer inventory buffers are needed; in turn, JIT performs better.
d. If consistent quality exists, JIT allows firms to reduce all costs associated with inventory.
e. All of the above are true.
Answer: E