Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Ultimate Goal

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the ultimate goal of operations and supply chain strategies?

• A)to produce and deliver products or services to satisfy customers
• B)to produce and deliver products or services that delight customers
• C)to make sure customers receive defect-free products
• D)to make sure profits are maximized

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Definitions:

Texas

The second-largest state in the United States by both area and population, known for its significant historical events such as the Battle of the Alamo and rich cultural heritage.

Slavery Issue

The contentious debate over the moral, economic, and legal aspects of slavery, particularly in the United States before the Civil War.

Manifest Destiny

The 19th-century doctrine or belief that expansion of the US throughout the American continents was both justified and inevitable.

Mexican War

A conflict between the United States and Mexico from 1846 to 1848, resulting in the U.S. acquisition of territories in what are now the states of California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico.