The identification of parent items that have generated a given set of material requirements for an item is called
A)paternity.
B)pegging.
C)requirement I.D.
D)relationship tracking.
E)master scheduling.

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Pegging is the process used in inventory management and manufacturing to trace and identify the source of demand for components (the parent items) by linking each item to its specific parent item(s). This helps in understanding why materials are needed, facilitating better planning and inventory control.

The Identification of Parent Items That Have Generated a Given