Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE of the Bullwhip

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE of the bullwhip effect?

• A) It forces suppliers and manufacturers to carry smaller inventories than necessary.
• B) It is a natural dynamic that occurs because of the multistage nature of the supply chain.
• C) It is strongly associated with erratic consumer demand.
• D) It increases the overall profitability of the supply chain.

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