"We Need to Wait for Kelly to Meet with Amanda

question 54

Multiple Choice

"We need to wait for Kelly to meet with Amanda in accounting. Once she gives us the answer, we will get the report out within four hours."
Which of the following would do the most to clarify the meaning of the statements above?

• A)the speaker substituting "her" for "she"
• B)the listener asking, "Who is Kelly's supervisor?"
• C)the speaker substituting "one of the accountants" for "Amanda"
• D)the listener asking, "Will Kelly or Amanda be providing us with the answer?"
• E)the speaker substituting "ASAP" for "within four hours"

Understand the components and feedback mechanisms of closed-loop MRP.

Identify the main inputs of a material requirements planning (MRP) system.

Recognize the factors influencing the carrying cost of inventory as a percentage of total cost.

Understand how to balance various costs to decide on the optimal purchase quantity and timing.

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