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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Definitions:

Disruptive Action

Activities or strategies intended to interrupt or significantly alter the status quo in a particular context.

Escalation

The process of a conflict intensifying or becoming more severe, often leading to further complications.

Inadvertent Revelation

An unintentional disclosure of private or sensitive information, typically leading to unforeseen consequences.

Distributive Bargaining

A negotiation strategy in which one party's gain is the other party's loss, focusing on dividing a limited amount of resources.