What Function of Inventory Is the Term "Anticipation Inventory" Associated

question 112

Multiple Choice

What function of inventory is the term "anticipation inventory" associated with?

• A)Hedging against price increases
• B)Smoothing seasonal demand or production
• C)Decoupling operations
• D)Taking advantage of quantity discounts
• E)Preventing shortages

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