Independent demand tends to be more "lumpy" than dependent demand, meaning that we need large quantities followed by periods of no demand.

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Independent demand is directly related to market demand and tends to fluctuate based on consumer behavior, whereas dependent demand is directly tied to the production of another item, leading to a more predictable and steady pattern, which can sometimes be "lumpy" due to production schedules.

Independent Demand Tends to Be More "Lumpy" Than Dependent Demand