Which One of the Following Is a Demand Alternative for Aggregate

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is a demand alternative for aggregate planning?

• A) Use seasonal inventories to buffer the manufacturing process from variations in customer demand.
• B) Offer complementary products or services with contra-cyclical demand requirements.
• C) Use overtime and undertime to change workforce levels.
• D) Use subcontracting to overcome short-term capacity shortages.

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