All of the Following Factors Pressure Companies for Quicker Response

question 79

Multiple Choice

All of the following factors pressure companies for quicker response and shorter cycle times except

• A)demanding customers.
• B)longer product life cycles.
• C)globalization.
• D)All of the answer choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Work in Process

Inventory that includes goods in production but not yet completed, a stage between raw materials and finished goods.

Equity

Equity refers to the ownership interest in a company of its shareholders, representing the residual assets of the company after deducting liabilities.

Dividends Paid

The portion of a company's earnings that is distributed to shareholders.

Retained Earnings

The portion of net income not distributed as dividends to shareholders but reinvested in the company or kept as reserve.