When a Firm's Buying Center Agrees That Defect Rates for a Purchased

question 13

Multiple Choice

When a firm's buying center agrees that defect rates for a purchased component part should be less than .01% of items received, the team is:

• A)identifying needs.
• B)establishing specifications.
• C)evaluating vendors.
• D)negotiating purchase terms.

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Definitions:

Molars

Large, flat teeth located at the back of the mouth, used for grinding and chewing food.

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Sphincter

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