Which One of the Following Statements Concerning Supply Options Is

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Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements concerning supply options is BEST?

• A)Subcontracting can help overcome short-term capacity shortages by offloading work on other producers.
• B)Creating anticipation inventory increases customization and is particularly favored in the service industry.
• C)Adjusting workforce levels is preferred when the workforce is skilled and the labor pool is small.
• D)Using overtime capacity usually improves worker hourly productivity.

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