ABC Analysis Is Based Upon the Principle That

question 20

Multiple Choice

ABC analysis is based upon the principle that

• A) all items in inventory must be monitored very closely
• B) there are usually a few critical items, and many items which are less critical
• C) an item is critical if its usage is high
• D) more time should be spent on class "C" items because there are more of them
• E) as with grade distributions in many MBA courses, there should be more medium-level "B" items than either "A" or "C" items

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Specific Task

A particular piece of work or duty that is assigned or expected to be carried out.

Ability

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