Complete the Following Using the Terms Listed

question 49

Multiple Choice

Complete the following using the terms listed.
-______ is the function requiring production and operations managers to balance the need to keep stock on hand to meet demand against the costs of carrying inventory.

• A)process layout
• B)LEED certification
• C)Gantt chart
• D)PERT chart
• E)Inventory control
• F)ISO
• G)critical path
• H)Computer-integrated manufacturing
• I)Utility
• J)perpetual inventory
• K)Materials requirement planning
• L)standardization
• M)Routing
• N)assembly line
• O)robot
• P)just-in-time
• Q)benchmarking
• R)synthetic production system
• S)make,buy,or lease decision

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Definitions:

Debt Covenants

Agreements between a borrower and lender that stipulate certain conditions the borrower must adhere to, which can pertain to financial ratios, levels of income, or other financial benchmarks.

Time Value

The idea that having money now is more valuable than having the same sum at a later date because of its ability to earn more over time.

Profitability Index

A financial tool used to determine the relationship between the costs and benefits of a proposed project, calculated by dividing the present value of future cash flows by the initial investment.

Investment Amounts

The total funds allocated by individuals or businesses towards investment vehicles like stocks, bonds, or real estate for the purpose of earning returns.