A Low Number of Days in Inventory May Indicate All

question 56

Multiple Choice

A low number of days in inventory may indicate all of the following except

• A)Sales opportunities may be lost because of inventory shortages.
• B)There is less chance of having obsolete inventory items.
• C)The company has fewer funds tied up in inventory.
• D)Management has achieved the best balance between too much and too little inventory levels.

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Definitions:

CPI

Utilizing a weighted average to calculate, the Consumer Price Index serves as a barometer for the price movements of a range of consumer services and goods, including transportation, healthcare, and food items.

Overall Cost

A comprehensive term that refers to the total expenditure associated with acquiring, operating, and maintaining an asset or service over its entire lifespan.

CPI

Consumer Price Index, a measure that examines the weighted average of prices of a basket of consumer goods and services, such as transportation, food, and medical care, often used as an indicator of inflation.

Cost of Living

The amount of money needed to sustain a certain level of living, including basic expenses such as housing, food, taxes, and healthcare.