All of the following are characteristics of an effective supplier survey except _____.
A) the survey should include the performance categories considered important to the evaluation and selection process
B) the survey process should be as objective as possible
C) it is mathematically straightforward
D) the buyer should attempt to measure every possible variable every time it is used
E) the format of the evaluation should provide some flexibility across different types of purchase requirements

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The statement "the buyer should attempt to measure every possible variable every time it is used" is incorrect as it would result in a lengthy and impractical survey. It is more effective to focus on the most important performance categories and key metrics for each purchase requirement. The other options are all characteristics of an effective supplier survey.

All of the Following Are Characteristics of an Effective Supplier