Which one of the following statements about MRP is best?
A) The fixed order quantity rule results in remnants.
B) MRP uses a level- by- level processing procedure; the component items are processed first.
C) An action notice should be issued if the scheduled receipt in a period is less than the projected on- hand inventory for that period.
D) The periodic order quantity rule introduces remnants that are used as a buffer against uncertainties.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The fixed order quantity rule can indeed result in remnants because it requires ordering a fixed amount, which may not match the exact demand, leading to leftover inventory.

Which One of the Following Statements About MRP Is Best