For the inventory model with planned shortages, the optimal order quantity results in
A)annual holding cost = annual ordering cost.
B)annual holding cost = annual backordering cost.
C)annual ordering cost = annual holding cost + annual backordering cost.
D)annual ordering cost = annual holding cost - annual backordering cost.

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In the inventory model with planned shortages, the optimal order quantity is determined when the annual ordering cost equals the sum of the annual holding cost and the annual backordering cost. This balances the costs associated with ordering, holding, and shortages.

For the Inventory Model with Planned Shortages, the Optimal Order