Which action would be inconsistent with the instruction to alternate the ends?

• A. Group all ends together without alternating
• B. Alternate the ends as you assemble
• C. Rotate the ends as you place them
• D. Place ends in a left-right pattern

Answer: (A)

The key idea is to keep ends alternating as you place them, so the orientation and pattern stay varied rather than one-sided. Grouping all ends together without alternating breaks that pattern, creating a block with the same orientation and no variation. This inconsistency would lead to uneven handling and a lack of uniformity in the workflow.

Alternating the ends as you assemble keeps changes in orientation throughout the process, which aligns with the instruction. Rotating the ends as you place them also preserves the alternating feel, ensuring a balanced setup. Placing ends in a left-right pattern explicitly demonstrates a deliberate alternating sequence.