Using the Fixed-Time-Period Inventory Model, and Given an Average Daily

question 50

Short Answer

Using the fixed-time-period inventory model, and given an average daily demand of 300 units, 4 days between inventory reviews, 5 days for lead time, 1,200 units of inventory on hand, a z of 1.96, and a standard deviation of demand over the review and lead time of 12 units, what quantity should be ordered? ________________________.

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Definitions:

Yield to Maturity

The total anticipated return on a bond if held to its maturity date, including all interest payments and capital gains or losses.

Required Rate of Return

The minimum return an investor expects to achieve by investing in a particular asset, taking into account the risk level of the investment.

Flotation Cost

Flotation Cost refers to the costs associated with issuing new securities, including underwriting fees, legal expenses, and registration fees.

Payout Ratio

The proportion of earnings paid out as dividends to shareholders, typically expressed as a percentage.