Deciding When to Place an Order to Purchase Inventory Is

question 57

True/False

Deciding when to place an order to purchase inventory is determined by (1)the rate of sales and (2)the time required to receive new stock.

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Definitions:

Allocative Inefficiency

Allocative Inefficiency occurs when resources are not allocated in a way that maximizes the net benefits to society, often leading to over or under-production of goods and services.

Natural Monopoly

is a situation where a single firm can supply a product or service to an entire market more efficiently than could multiple competing firms, often due to high fixed costs.

Economies of Scale

Refers to the cost advantages that enterprises obtain due to their scale of operation, leading to a reduction in per-unit cost.

Capital Facilities

Physical assets such as buildings, machinery, and equipment used in the production of goods and services.