Which of the Following Scenarios Best Illustrates Reinforcement in Purchasing

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates reinforcement in purchasing decisions?

• A) A chef purchases mushrooms for a second time from a wholesaler, even though the first order was disappointing.
• B) An appliance distributor replaces a dishwasher free of charge and provides excellent after-sales service.
• C) A needle on the gas gauge signals a driver to pull into a gas station.
• D) The smell of hot dogs at a ballpark induces an obese man to order "a dog with everything on it."

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Definitions:

Lead Time

The total time it takes to complete a process from start to finish, often measured from the initiation to the delivery of a product or service.

Optimal Order Size

The ideal quantity of inventory to order that minimizes the total costs associated with ordering, carrying, and stockouts.

Annual Inventory Cost

The total expense associated with holding and managing inventory over the course of a year, including costs of storage, insurance, and loss due to decay.

Order Replenish

refers to the process of restocking goods or materials to ensure sufficient inventory levels are maintained, often in response to customer orders.