Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions Case 4-1 Stacey Is the Office

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Multiple Choice

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions Case 4-1 Stacey is the office manager for a small business and is looking for a new printer and scanner for her office. After doing some research into printers, Stacey decides to buy a(n) ____ printer, since they are the standard for business documents and are typically faster and have better quality output than other types of printers.

• A) digital
• B) ink-jet
• C) laser
• D) magnetic

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Definitions:

Private Fleet

A company-owned set of vehicles that are used for the transport of goods and materials for the company’s own operations, as opposed to relying on third-party carriers.

Milk Runs

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Logistical Distance

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LTL Carrier

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