Consider the Following Conditions for an Item Used in the Hess

question 135

Multiple Choice

Consider the following conditions for an item used in the Hess Company's manufacturing process: Which of the following statements best describes Hess's situation regarding inventory replenishment?

• A)No action is required,since Hess's inventory position is greater than the reorder point.
• B)Hess should order one lot of 50 units to cover its backorders.
• C)Because it is incurring backorders,Hess should increase its reorder point.
• D)Hess should place an order for 50 units,since their inventory position is less than the reorder point.

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