Which of the Following Actions Would Be Likely to Shorten

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions would be likely to shorten the cash conversion cycle?

• A) Change the credit terms offered to customers from 3/10 net 30 to 1/10 net 50.
• B) Begin to take cash discounts on inventory purchases; the terms are 2/10 net 30.
• C) Adopt a new manufacturing process that saves some labor costs but slows down the conversion of raw materials to finished goods from 10 days to 20 days.
• D) Change the credit terms offered to customers from 2/10 net 30 to 1/10 net 60.
• E) Adopt a new manufacturing process that speeds up the conversion of raw materials to finished goods from 20 days to 10 days.

Understand the concept and application of protecting groups in synthesis.

Comprehend the formation and reactivity of acetals, including their use as protecting groups.

Distinguish between different types of reactions (e.g., reduction, condensation) and their specific conditions.

Understand and apply the concept of stereochemistry in identifying reaction products.

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Definitions:

Difference Threshold

The smallest amount of change in a stimulus that can be detected as different from the original stimulus.

Subliminal Threshold

The level below which a stimulus is not consciously detected but can still influence thoughts, feelings, or actions.

Stimulation

The action of arousing interest, excitement, or activity in someone or something.

Sensation

The process by which sensory receptors and the nervous system receive and represent stimuli from the environment.