Question

which of these is an example of automation benefiting producers?
new machines allow a factory to produce goods using fewer workers.
new shipping methods allow a producer to manufacture goods overseas.
new manufacturing plants open in areas where labor costs are cheaper.
new education is provided to workers to operate new machinery.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: New machines (automation) reducing the number of workers needed for production directly benefits producers by lowering labor costs, as automation streamlines production with fewer human resources.
• Option 2: New shipping methods for overseas manufacturing relate to logistics, not automation benefiting producers in production.
• Option 3: Opening plants in low - labor - cost areas is about location and labor cost, not automation.
• Option 4: Educating workers to operate new machinery is about training, not how automation benefits producers (it's a step to use automation, not the benefit itself).

Answer:

A. New machines allow a factory to produce goods using fewer workers.