Just-In-Time Inventory Systems

question 27

Multiple Choice

Just-in-time inventory systems

• A) are used only by manufacturing firms.
• B) are implemented primarily by the manufacturing function.
• C) have components arrive at a manufacturing plant just in time to enter the production process.
• D) are valuable when there is a labor dispute with a key supplier.
• E) always keep extra inventory on hand for emergencies.

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