Which of the following statements about aggregate planning is false?
A) Hiring, layoffs, overtime, and subcontracting are methods of manipulating capacity.
B) Aggregate planning produces a plan detailing which products are made and in what quantities.
C) Yield management is a way of manipulating product or service demand.
D) Aggregate planning uses the adjustable part of capacity to meet production requirements.
E) The transportation method is an optimizing technique for aggregate planning.

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Aggregate planning does not detail which products are made and in what quantities, but rather it focuses on the overall level of production in terms of aggregate units. Although specific products may be mentioned in the plan, they are not the main focus.

Which of the Following Statements About Aggregate Planning Is False