Case Studies Are Useful For

question 54

Multiple Choice

Case studies are useful for:

• A)Ruling out third-variable effects
• B)Clarifying the causes of disorders
• C)Disproving aspects of a theory
• D)Proving a particular theory

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Definitions:

Bullwhip Effect

A phenomenon in supply chains where minor fluctuations in demand at the retail level cause increasingly larger fluctuations in demand at the wholesale, distributor, and manufacturer levels.

Environmental Supply-Chain Risks

Risks associated with environmental factors that can affect the supply chain, including natural disasters, climate change, and resource depletion.

Process Supply-Chain Risks

Process Supply-Chain Risks involve identifying, assessing, and managing the risks associated with the operational processes in the supply chain, aiming to minimize vulnerabilities and ensure continuity.

Blanket Orders

A type of purchase order issued by a buyer to a supplier, agreeing to purchase a specific amount of goods or services over a set period, often at a predetermined price.