APICS Exam CPIM-BSP Topic 3 Question 76 Discussion

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Question #: 76
Topic #: 3

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Which of the following statements is true regarding the concept of independent demand?

AThese items are usually raw materials.

BThe requirements for these items are usually forecasted.

CThe demand for these items must be calculated.

DThe demand for these items is related to demand for other items.

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Suggested Answer: A

by Tawna at Oct 17, 2023, 12:55 PM

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Marti

24 days ago

Independent demand items, huh? Sounds like they have a mind of their own. I wonder if they hold little meetings to decide how much they want to be demanded. *chuckles*

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Doug

25 days ago

I'm a little stumped on this one. Maybe I should have paid more attention in my supply chain management class. *scratches head*

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Meaghan

4 days ago

B) The requirements for these items are usually forecasted.

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Dianne

9 days ago

A) These items are usually raw materials.

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Lacey

1 months ago

D is the correct answer. The demand for independent demand items is directly influenced by the demand for other products or services.

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Sunny

13 days ago

B) The requirements for these items are usually forecasted.

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Toi

1 months ago

I'm going with C. Calculating the demand for these items is essential to ensure adequate inventory levels and avoid shortages.

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Josefa

2 days ago

I believe D is incorrect, the demand for independent demand items is not related to demand for other items.

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Elza

10 days ago

I think B is also true, the requirements for these items are usually forecasted.

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Gerald

11 days ago

I agree, calculating the demand for independent demand items is crucial.

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Belen

19 days ago

Actually, D is the correct answer. The demand for independent demand items is not related to demand for other items.

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Barrie

30 days ago

I agree with you, B is the correct answer. Forecasting is crucial for independent demand items.

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Lashon

1 months ago

I think B is the correct answer. Independent demand items are usually forecasted.

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Sheridan

2 months ago

Option B seems the most accurate to me. Forecasting the requirements for independent demand items is crucial for effective supply chain management.

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Farrah

6 days ago

It's important to consider all aspects of independent demand for effective supply chain management.

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Jules

8 days ago

I believe option D is true, independent demand can be related to other items.

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Salome

10 days ago

I think option C is also important, calculating demand accurately is crucial.

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Dahlia

11 days ago

I agree, forecasting independent demand is key for planning.

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Donte

2 months ago

Hmm, that makes sense too. It's important to calculate the demand accurately.

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Alline

2 months ago

I disagree, I believe the answer is C) The demand for these items must be calculated.

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Donte

2 months ago

I think the answer is B) The requirements for these items are usually forecasted.

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