Which of the Following Is FALSE

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is FALSE?

• A) The use of 3PL's has been increasing as companies seek more effective supply chain strategies.
• B) VMI provides retail facilities the opportunity to communicate to manufacturers that the customers are requesting customized items
• C) The use of 3PL providers allows companies to gain competitive advantages without having to gain the required knowledge through firsthand experience.
• D) VMI allows suppliers to manage their customers' inventory provided they have the capability to see inventory levels in real time

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Definitions:

Informational Social Influence

The effect of other people's behavior providing information about what is appropriate, leading individuals to conform to what they perceive as accurate based on others' actions or claims.

Mood Linkage

The phenomenon where an individual's emotional state influences or mirrors the emotions of those around them.

Emotional Downer

A situation or event that leads to a significant decrease in positive mood or emotional state.

Informational Social Influence

The process by which individuals change their behavior to align with the group due to the belief that the group is competent and has the correct information.