A/An _____ involves picking smaller amounts of materials from a series of nearby suppliers to be used in a just-in-time or lean manufacturing environment.
A) common carrier
B) exempt carrier
C) milk run
D) private carrier
E) contract carrier

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A milk run is a logistical method of collecting small quantities of materials from multiple suppliers and delivering them to the manufacturer, usually on a just-in-time basis. This method is more efficient than having each supplier deliver larger quantities individually. Common carriers, exempt carriers, private carriers, and contract carriers refer to types of transportation companies and are not related to the described logistical method.

A/An _____ Involves Picking Smaller Amounts of Materials from a Series