The High-Rise Building Company Uses 400,000 Tons of Stone Per

question 62

Multiple Choice

The High-Rise Building Company uses 400,000 tons of stone per year. The carrying costs are $100/ton. The cost per order is $500. Calculate the optimal annual order costs.

• A)$200,000
• B)$100,000
• C)$50,000
• D)$150,000

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