What Is Throughput

question 12

Multiple Choice

What is throughput?

• A)The movement of inputs and outputs through a production process
• B)Assets that assist in the production or distribution of goods and services
• C)A condition that determines the horizontal and vertical boundaries of business firms
• D)An investment in the acquisition of raw materials
• E)The amount of time for a good to travel between metropolitan areas

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Definitions:

Supply Management

The active administration and oversight of the supply chain activities to maximize value and ensure the efficient provision of products and services.

Inventory Control

The systematic regulation of the supply, storage, and accessibility of items to ensure an adequate quantity is available for production or sale, avoiding excess or shortage.

Coordinating Delivery

The process of managing and organizing the transportation of goods from the supplier to the customer in an efficient and timely manner.

Hazardous Waste

Waste materials that are dangerous or potentially harmful to human health or the environment, requiring special disposal methods.