Which of the Following Generates Pressure to Decrease Inventories

question 163

Multiple Choice

Which of the following generates pressure to decrease inventories?

• A) inventory shrinkage costs
• B) backorders and stockouts
• C) transportation costs
• D) quantity discounts

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