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Work study charts: diagram that shows the physical path of men or materials A visual map of the route traced on a layout/plan to depict the movement during a task is required. Choose the correct chart/diagram name.

Difficulty: Easy

String diagram
Flow process chart
Travel chart
Flow diagram

Correct Answer: Flow diagram

Explanation:

Concept
A flow diagram shows the path of men/materials drawn over a layout or plan. A string diagram also represents movement on a scale plan but is primarily used to measure distances/times with a physical string. A travel chart is a tabular matrix of moves; a flow process chart records operations/inspections, not the literal path.

Final Answer
Flow diagram.

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