Which of the Following Is Not a Reason for Why

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a reason for why purchasers are adopting a more proactive and aggressive role in the procurement process?

• A)there are myriad inefficiencies associated with suppliers initiating marketing efforts towards purchasers
• B)an excess number of suppliers currently exist
• C)achieving competitive advantage in the supply chain
• D)purchasers may be aware of important benefits that are not known to the supplier
• E)all are reasons

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Definitions:

Cash Dividends

Distributions of a portion of a company's earnings, decided by the board of directors, to a class of its shareholders in the form of cash.

Net Cash Flow

The variance between money coming in and going out of a business during a given timeframe.

Indirect Method

A cash flow statement approach that adjusts net income for changes in balance sheet accounts to identify cash flow from operating activities.

Operating Activities

Activities that involve the core business operations of a company, such as selling goods and services.