APICS Exam CPIM Topic 2 Question 82 Discussion

Actual exam question for APICS's CPIM exam

Question #: 82
Topic #: 2

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A priority plan for the components needed to make the products in the Master production schedule (MPS) is called:

AProduction Activity control (PAC)

BMaterial Requirements planning (MRP)

CCapacity Requirement planning

DAll of the above

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Suggested Answer: B

by Art at Mar 06, 2024, 01:51 PM

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Ashanti

1 months ago

I'm feeling lucky today, so I'm going to go with D. Who knows, maybe they're testing my knowledge of the entire production planning toolkit!

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Graciela

28 days ago

I think D is the right choice too. It covers all the bases.

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Chauncey

1 months ago

I'm going with B. MRP is the bread and butter of production planning. Anything else is just a side dish, in my opinion.

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Silva

1 months ago

As an avid watcher of 'How It's Made', I can tell you that MRP is the way to go. Gotta keep those assembly lines running smoothly!

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Billy

9 days ago

C: It's important to prioritize components to ensure smooth assembly line operations.

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Beckie

27 days ago

B: I agree, MRP helps in keeping the production process efficient.

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Bulah

1 months ago

A: Material Requirements planning (MRP) is definitely the way to go!

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Elliott

2 months ago

Hmm, I'm torn between B and D. MRP does sound like the priority plan they're looking for, but the 'all of the above' option is tempting too.

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Krystina

1 months ago

I agree, but D covers all the bases. It's a tough decision.

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Gail

2 months ago

I think B is the best choice. MRP is definitely the priority plan for components.

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Delisa

2 months ago

MRP is the clear answer here. It's a core concept in production planning that I'm sure is covered in the exam.

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Valentin

1 months ago

MRP helps ensure that the right materials are available at the right time for production.

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Craig

1 months ago

It's important to understand how MRP works in order to create an effective production schedule.

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Hollis

1 months ago

Yes, MRP is a crucial part of production planning.

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Lisha

2 months ago

I agree, MRP is definitely the right answer for that question.

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Nikita

2 months ago

I'm not sure, but I think it could also be D) All of the above, as all these components are important for production planning.

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Chauncey

2 months ago

I agree with Joesph, MRP is essential for planning the components needed for production.

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Joesph

2 months ago

I think the answer is B) Material Requirements planning (MRP)

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