Which of the following statements is true of the independent demand for a stock-keeping unit (SKU)
A) It needs to be calculated using the forecast of dependent demand.
B) It is affected by the demand of other SKUs.
C) It is directly related to the demand of raw materials.
D) It needs to be forecasted.

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Independent demand refers to the demand for a final product or SKU that is not influenced by the demand for any other product. It is typically not related to the demand for raw materials, and it needs to be forecasted separately from the dependent demand of other SKUs in order to effectively plan inventory levels.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Independent