Each R Requires 4 of Component S; Each S Requires

question 103

Multiple Choice

Each R requires 4 of component S; each S requires 3 of part T. The lead time for assembly of R is 1 week. The lead time for the manufacture of S is 2 weeks. The lead time for the procurement of T is 6 weeks. The cumulative lead time for R is __________ weeks.

• A) 6
• B) 9
• C) 12
• D) 18
• E) 28

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