A Distribution of Lead Times in an Inventory Problem Indicates

question 36

Multiple Choice

A distribution of lead times in an inventory problem indicates that lead time was 1 day 20 percent of the time, 2 days 30 percent of the time, 3 days 30 percent of the time, and 4 days 20 percent of the time. This distribution has been prepared for Monte Carlo analysis. The first four random numbers drawn are 06, 63, 47, and 02. What is the average lead time of this simulation?

• A) 1.75 days
• B) 2 days
• C) 3 days
• D) 3.5 days
• E) 8 days

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Definitions:

Subsidiary Account

An individual account that records transactions related to a specific component, often used within a larger accounting system.

Raw Materials Inventory

Refers to the total cost of all the materials that are currently in stock and have not yet been used in the production process.

Factory Labor

Work performed by employees in a manufacturing setting, directly involved in producing goods.

Control Account

A summary account in the general ledger that aggregates the details held in a subsidiary ledger for easier oversight and reconciliation.