A Very Simple Product (A) Consists of a Base (B)

question 75

Essay

A very simple product (A) consists of a base (B) and a casting (C). The base consists of a plate (P) and three fasteners (F). There are currently 30 castings and 100 bases on hand. Final assembly takes one week. The casting has a lead time of three weeks. All other parts have one week lead times. There are no scheduled receipts. All components are lot-for-lot. The MPS requires 80 units of product A in week 5 and 120 in week 8. Produce the MRP for the upcoming eight weeks. Produce a list of all planned order releases.

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Definitions:

Cross-Situational Consistency

The extent to which an individual's behavior and reactions are stable across different contexts and situations.

Coefficient

A numerical or constant quantity placed before and multiplying the variable in an algebraic expression.

Behaviors

Actions or reactions of an individual in response to external or internal stimuli.

Predict

To declare or indicate in advance; to forecast an event or outcome based on observation, experience, or scientific reasoning.