Which of the Following Statements Does Not Describe the Approach

Which of the following statements does not describe the approach that deals with cycle (base) stock?

A) A retailer tries to reduce the base stock to keep its inventory investment low.
B) One approach for reducing the base stock is to reorder and receive merchandise from the vendor more often.
C) Frequent orderings with smaller quantities will reduce transportation costs.
D) Shorter delivery time from the vendor will reduce the level of base stock.
E) Shorter lead time from the vendor will reduce the level of base stock.