In an MRP Problem, a Is an MPS Item

question 18

Multiple Choice

In an MRP problem, A is an MPS item. Every A requires 2 B's and 3 C's. Every B requires 5 C's. All lead times are two periods. All initial inventory values are 0. Use lot-for-lot method for order quantities for all items. If gross requirement for A is 500 in period 8, what will be the planned order release for B in period 4?

• A) 0
• B) 1,000
• C) 500
• D) 1,500
• E) 6,500

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Definitions:

Run-Time

The period during which a computer program is executing, after compilation.

Time Duration

The measurement of the amount of time that passes between the start and end of an event or period.

Static Variables

Variables that retain their value between function calls and are scope-limited to the function, block, or file where they are declared.

Register

A small amount of fast storage area within the CPU where data or instructions can be stored temporarily.