A master production schedule specifies
A) the raw materials required to complete the product.
B) what component is to be made, and when.
C) what product is to be made, and when.
D) the labour hours required for production.
E) the financial resources required for production.

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A Master Production Schedule (MPS) specifies what product is to be made and when, based on demand forecasts, production capacity, and inventory levels. It serves as a plan for the manufacturing process, outlining the quantity of each product to be produced and the time frame for production. Raw materials, labour hours, and financial resources may be considered in creating the MPS, but they are not the primary focus. Therefore, option C is the best choice.

A Master Production Schedule Specifies