One Goal of JIT Partnerships Is the Elimination of In-

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One goal of JIT partnerships is the elimination of in- plant inventory, in the form of raw materials, parts, or components; failure to meet this goal is a sign that suppliers are undependable.

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Definitions:

Price Change

An alteration in the cost of goods or services in the market.

Income

The amount of money received by an individual or entity, usually in exchange for labor or services, or through returns on investments.

Utility Function

A mathematical representation in economics that quantifies the satisfaction or happiness derived by a consumer from consuming goods and services.

Substitution Effect

The economic principle that as the price of a good rises, consumers will replace it with cheaper alternatives.