Safety Stock Acts as an Inexpensive Buffer for the Lack

question 32

True/False

Safety stock acts as an inexpensive buffer for the lack of flexibility in the supply chain.

---

Definitions:

Compounded Semi-annually

Refers to the process where interest is added to the principal balance of an investment or loan twice a year, resulting in the interest earning interest.

Perpetuity

A financial instrument that pays a fixed amount of money indefinitely, with no end date.

Annually Compounded

A method of calculating interest where the interest is added to the principal sum once a year, resulting in interest on interest.

Fair Market Value

The price at which an asset would trade in a competitive auction setting, reflecting the true value as agreed upon by a willing buyer and seller.