Question

you create a new type of electric shaver that is lightweight, portable, and holds a longer charge. you want to use value engineering to improve the shaver. which action is an example of value engineering? moving manufacturing to a third - party plant. putting a smaller motor inside the shaver to make the shaver run faster. putting a faster motor inside the shaver to increase the quality of a shave. using cheaper materials for the cover without affecting overall quality.

Explanation:

Value engineering focuses on enhancing value by reducing costs without sacrificing functionality or quality. Using cheaper materials for the cover without affecting overall quality aligns with this principle as it cuts costs while maintaining the product's integrity. Moving manufacturing to a third - party plant may not directly relate to value engineering in terms of product improvement. Putting a smaller motor to make it run faster could potentially compromise performance (if the motor is under - powered for other aspects). Putting a faster motor to increase shave quality is more about performance enhancement rather than the cost - value balance that value engineering emphasizes.

Answer:

Using cheaper materials for the cover without affecting overall quality.