The Figure Given Below Shows the Demand Curves [D₁ and D₂]

question 96

Multiple Choice

The figure given below shows the demand curves [D₁ and D₂] and the supply curve [S₁] of capital.Figure 17.1

-​If you invest $2,500 in a mutual fund with a 5 percent front-end load, _____.

• A)​$50 will be used to pay for the sales charge and $2,000 will be invested in the fund
• B)​there will be no sales charge and the entire $2,500 will be invested in the fund
• C)​the fees for the fund manager will be paid only after a period of 20 years
• D)​​$125 will be paid to the fund manager and $2,375 will be invested in the fund
• E)a fixed amount of $250 will be paid to the fund manager every year

Understand the essence of mean absolute deviation (MAD) and bias as metrics of forecast accuracy.

Identify different types of errors in demand forecasting and how to calculate forecast error.

Understand the similarities and differences between CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment) and S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) processes.

Identify logistical problems that can arise from misalignment between supply and demand and discuss methods to mitigate these effects.

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Definitions:

Common Resource

A resource like fish stocks, forests, or clean air, that provides users with tangible benefits but is susceptible to overuse and depletion.

Public Good

An offering of products or services to every member of society at no cost, provided by either governmental bodies or private organizations, without aiming for financial gain.

Not Excludable

A characteristic of certain goods where it is not feasible to prevent individuals from consuming the good, such as public parks.

Not Rival

Refers to a good's characteristic where one person's consumption does not reduce the availability of the good for consumption by others.