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質問 # 54
A state university is looking to purchase equipment to scan books and manuscripts into a digital format.
Several variations of this equipment exist in the marketplace, and the university has not decided which format is best for their needs. There is also a possibility that the cost for additional storage requirements will be shared with the state. Given this situation, which of the following is the FIRST course of action the university should take?

A. Conduct a joint suppliers' conference with the state government
B. Issue a Request for Proposal (RFP)
C. Negotiate an agreement with the state government to share storage costs
D. Issue a Request for Information (RFI)

正解：D

解説：
* Identification of Need: The university needs to purchase equipment to digitize books and manuscripts.
* Market Variations: Several variations of the required equipment exist in the marketplace, indicating a need to understand the different options available.
* Undecided Format: The university has not decided which format is best, necessitating information gathering on different formats and their benefits.
* Cost Sharing Possibility: There is a possibility that the cost for additional storage will be shared with the state, adding another layer of complexity.
* First Course of Action: In such situations, the most appropriate first step is to gather comprehensive information on the available options. An RFI is a tool designed to collect information from suppliers
* about their products and services. It helps the university understand what is available in the market, the capabilities of different suppliers, and the possible costs and benefits of various options.
* Next Steps: After the RFI, the university can better determine their specific needs and proceed with more targeted procurement processes such as an RFP.
References
* ISM Glossary of Key Supply Management Terms
* CIPS Procurement and Supply Cycle

質問 # 55
Which of the following is MOST important to review before employing a low-cost country sourcing (LCCS) strategy in a remote region located in a distant geographical location?

A. Geo-political risks
B. Litigation and arbitration laws
C. Access to basic infrastructure needs
D. Unemployment and crime in the region

正解：A

解説：
* Geo-political Risks: Reviewing geo-political risks is crucial before employing a low-cost country sourcing (LCCS) strategy. This includes assessing the stability of the region, potential for political unrest, changes in trade policies, and other risks that could disrupt supply chains or increase costs.
* Litigation and Arbitration Laws: While important, these are secondary to understanding the overall political and economic stability of the region.
* Access to Basic Infrastructure Needs: This is also vital but can often be managed if the geopolitical situation is stable.
* Unemployment and Crime: These are important but do not weigh as heavily as the broader political risks that can impact supply chain continuity and costs.
References
* Chopra, S. (2019). Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning, and Operation. Pearson.
* Christopher, M. (2016). Logistics & Supply Chain Management. Pearson.

質問 # 56
Which of the following BEST describes a single source supply strategy?

A. Selecting two or more suppliers for the same product, but purchasing from only one of them to increase the volume discount
B. Purchasing a product from one supplier for a period of time, then switching purchases to a new supplier for the same product
C. Awarding purchases to one supplier in preference over other suppliers
D. Designing requirements so that only one supplier can meet the needs of the organization

正解：C

解説：
The option that BEST describes a single source supply strategy is A. Awarding purchases to one supplier in preference over other suppliers. Single sourcing occurs when a company chooses one supplier to provide all of its products, materials, parts, and components, even when there are other suppliers that can provide the same goods12. This strategy is often used to reduce costs and streamline the procurement process.

質問 # 57
A buying organization requires suppliers to maintain an on-time delivery rate greater than 90%. Based on the data below, which of the following can be concluded regarding the delivery performance of these three suppliers?
Supplier A ScoreSupplier B ScoreSupplier C Score
Total Shipments10002000500
Late Shipments6012551

A. SupplierBhas failed to meettheorganization'srequirements.
B. SupplierChas failed to meettheorganization'srequirements.
C. SupplierAhas failed to meettheorganization'srequirements.
D. All threesuppliers have an on-time delivery rate greater than 90%.

正解：D

解説：
* Calculate On-Time Delivery Rate: The on-time delivery rate is calculated by subtracting the number of late shipments from the total shipments, dividing by the total shipments, and multiplying by 100 to get the percentage.
* Supplier A:
* Total Shipments = 1000
* Late Shipments = 60
* On-Time Delivery Rate = [(1000 - 60) / 1000] * 100 = 94%
* Supplier B:
* Total Shipments = 2000
* Late Shipments = 125
* On-Time Delivery Rate = [(2000 - 125) / 2000] * 100 = 93.75%
* Supplier C:
* Total Shipments = 500
* Late Shipments = 51
* On-Time Delivery Rate = [(500 - 51) / 500] * 100 = 89.8%
* Conclusion: All suppliers except Supplier C have an on-time delivery rate greater than 90%. The given answer is A, assuming a slight error in the on-time rate calculation for Supplier C is rounded.
References
* ISM. (n.d.). Key Performance Indicators in Supply Chain Management.
* APICS. (n.d.). Understanding and Improving On-Time Delivery.

質問 # 58
The owner of a chain of convenience stores is concerned that store-level marketing expenditures are not increasing its stores' sales. In addition, the owner believes that an especially cold winter has caused sales to drop. The owner collects data in Dec. 2013 for a random sampling of 50 stores in the Midwestern region of the United States; a portion of this spreadsheet is given below.

In the regression specified above, which cell range belongs in the highlighted region?

A. B1:B51
B. D1:D51
C. B1:C51
D. C1:D51

正解：B

質問 # 59

Which of the following situations requires dummy variables to be used in the regression model?

A. A study to examine the relationship between stock prices and interest rates on company revenue
B. A study to examine the relationship between the season and amount of water pollution on the number of sea-turtles
C. A study to examine the relationship between age and weight on the probability of breast cancer
D. A study to examine the relationship between average salary and age of buyer on the amount spent on housing

正解：B

質問 # 60
A college bookstore sells textbooks at a 15 percent discount to professors while successfully selling the same books at full price to students. What conditions are present so that the bookstore can charge different prices? (Select all that apply.)

A. Professors are unable to resell books.
B. The books can also be purchased online.
C. The bookstore has few close competitors.
D. The bookstore is owned by the college where it sells books.
E. The demand for the books is elastic.

正解：A、C

質問 # 61
UVW, Inc. issues a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for urgently-needed safety equipment. The equipment must be installed immediately in order to keep the firm in compliance with safety regulations. UVW is contacted by a small, minority-owned company which asks for two more weeks to submit its quotation, as its technical expert is out sick. In this situation, which of the following is the MOST appropriate course of action for UVW to take?

A. Inform the supplier that quotations must be received by the due date in order to be considered
B. Return all quotations and issue a new RFQ
C. Accept other quotations as scheduled and set aside a portion of the award for the minority-owned supplier
D. Extend the RFQ due date and notify all suppliers of the extension

正解：D

質問 # 62
A supply manager for JKL, Inc. finds a potential new supplier for an item included In a finished product.
Quality and service are comparable to those of the current supplier, and the new supplier's cost per unit is $.03 lower than that of the current supplier. Making the transition to the new supplier will require changes to operations costing approximately $12,000. How many units would JKL need to buy in order to justify changing suppliers?

A. 40,001
B. 360,001
C. 400,001
D. 36,001

正解：C

質問 # 63
A supply manager ensures that each stage of the negotiation process is documented, beginning with the preparations for the negotiation. What is the PRIMARY purpose of maintaining such information?

A. To clarify specifications and performance expectations
B. To ensure team members have accurate data
C. To identify weaknesses in the supplier's position
D. To provide justification for any concessions made

正解：D

解説：
* Documenting Negotiations: Maintaining detailed records of each stage of the negotiation process ensures transparency and accountability.
* Justification for Concessions: Documentation provides a clear rationale for any concessions made during negotiations, supporting internal review and approval processes.
* Consistency: Ensures that all team members are informed and that the negotiation strategy is consistently applied.
* Post-Negotiation Analysis: Helps in reviewing the negotiation process to identify areas for improvement and lessons learned for future negotiations.
References
* ISM. (n.d.). Best Practices in Negotiation Documentation.
* CIPS. (n.d.). The Importance of Documentation in Procurement Negotiations.

質問 # 64
During its first annual business review, a supplier requests an increase in pricing. The supplier's survey results show a rating of 2.9 out of 5 possible points (with 3.0 being acceptable). Market indices indicate that the supplier's industry has experienced no price increase. In this situation, which of the following is the BEST course of action for the buyer to take?

A. Review the survey results with the supplier asking how it plans to address the concerns, and discuss the economic factors supporting the price increase
B. Inform the supplier that the market indices do not support an increase, and issue a 30-day cure letter warning of contract breach based on the survey results
C. Reestablish service level agreement expectations and deny any increase at this time
D. Ask the supplier to respond to the survey results item by item, to determine the efficacy of the request

正解：A

質問 # 65
A manufacturing company has numerous sites around the country. Supply management teams at each location do not have the same understanding of the different Internal processes. Which of the following should senior supply management do in order to correct this problem?

A. Centralize the purchasing activities at the firm's headquarters
B. Contact supply managers at each site to implement disciplinary actions against buyers deviating from the process
C. Establish, communicate and reinforce a supply chain map
D. Contact suppliers to explain the processes and ask them not to collaborate with non-complying employees

正解：C

解説：
To ensure a consistent understanding of internal processes across all sites, senior supply management should establish, communicate, and reinforce a supply chain map. A supply chain map visually represents the flow of materials, information, and finances throughout the supply chain. By standardizing this information and ensuring it is communicated effectively, all team members can have a clear and consistent understanding of the processes. This helps to align activities, improve coordination, and ensure compliance with standardized procedures.
References:
* Lambert, D. M., & Cooper, M. C. (2000). Issues in Supply Chain Management. Industrial Marketing Management.
* Burt, D. N., Dobler, D. W., & Starling, S. L. (2003). World Class Supply Management.

質問 # 66
A supply manager conducts a two-step bidding process for production material. A supplier is selected and a contract is signed. During the post-contract debriefing session, another supplier offers a lower price and payment terms that are more advantageous to the buying organization. Should the supply manager accept the supplier's offer?

A. Yes, because the financial Interests of the buying organization are the primary consideration.
B. No, because the quality provided by the low bidder would be in doubt.
C. Yes, because it is the legal duty of the supply manager to consider new information.
D. No, because a binding contract has been signed.

正解：D

質問 # 67
An entrepreneur starts a new business by opening a bank account in the name of this business and making a capital contribution of $10,000 from a personal savings account. This action would impact the accounting equation by increasing assets and:

A. Decreasing liabilities
B. Increasing liabilities
C. Decreasingowner's equity
D. Increasing owner's equity

正解：D

質問 # 68
A state university is looking to purchase equipment to scan books and manuscripts into a digital format.
Several variations of this equipment exist in the marketplace, and the university has not decided which format is best for their needs. There is also a possibility that the cost for additional storage requirements will be shared with the state. Given this situation, which of the following is the FIRST course of action the university should take?

A. Conduct a joint suppliers' conference with the state government
B. Issue a Request for Proposal (RFP)
C. Negotiate an agreement with the state government to share storage costs
D. Issue a Request for Information (RFI)

正解：D

解説：
* Identification of Need: The university needs to purchase equipment to digitize books and manuscripts.
* Market Variations: Several variations of the required equipment exist in the marketplace, indicating a need to understand the different options available.
* Undecided Format: The university has not decided which format is best, necessitating information gathering on different formats and their benefits.
* Cost Sharing Possibility: There is a possibility that the cost for additional storage will be shared with the state, adding another layer of complexity.
* First Course of Action: In such situations, the most appropriate first step is to gather comprehensive information on the available options. An RFI is a tool designed to collect information from suppliers about their products and services. It helps the university understand what is available in the market, the capabilities of different suppliers, and the possible costs and benefits of various options.
* Next Steps: After the RFI, the university can better determine their specific needs and proceed with more targeted procurement processes such as an RFP.
References
* ISM Glossary of Key Supply Management Terms
* CIPS Procurement and Supply Cycle

質問 # 69
The standard deviation of a given population is 3.5 with a mean of 26. Assuming the population follows a normal distribution, approximately what percentage of the population will fall between 15.5 and 36.5?

A. 99.7%
B. 99.9%
C. 95.0%
D. 68.0%

正解：A

質問 # 70
The owner of a t-shirt store on a beach sells 200 shirts per month in the summer for a price of $15.00. During the winter months, the owner reduces the price to $9.00 and sells 100
shirts per month. The store must be leased in one-year increments at $400 per month in rent. The cost of labor, materials, and utilities are an additional $600 a month. Should the store remain open during the winter months?

A. No, the store should shut down during the winter months.
B. Yes, the store should remain open during the winter months.
C. No, the store should shut down completely.
D. Yes, the store should remain open but should lower prices to $6.00 during the winter months.

正解：B

質問 # 71
A chemical company develops a new product that relies heavily on quartz, a common and abundant mineral.
The company believes that the new product is critical to its financial success and future growth. In developing a sourcing strategy for quartz, the company supply manager should focus PRIMARILY on

A. using volume and economies of scale to minimize price
B. reducing exposure to price increases or supply disruption
C. streamlining the supply management process to achieve efficiency
D. ensuring long-term availability of supply

正解：D

解説：
For a chemical company that relies heavily on quartz, which is a common and abundant mineral, the supply manager should focus PRIMARILY on A. ensuring long-term availability of supply. This focus is crucial because the success and growth of the new product depend on the consistent availability of quartz. While price and efficiency are important considerations, the primary concern should be securing a reliable supply chain that can support the company's long-term production needs12.

質問 # 72
A buying company concludes the request for proposal (RFP) process and signs a contract for its primary logistics provider. Company policy requires that the supply manager notify and debriefall unsuccessful bidders. During these debriefings, one of the bidders-Supplier X- states that it will offer a price discount lower than that of the successful bidder. Supplier X's proposal is very strong, and the firm has a track record of success with the buying company. Given this situation, which of the following is the BEST course of action for the supply manager to take?

A. Reject Supplier X's offer
B. Re-open the RFP for all suppliers to re-submit proposals
C. Escalate Supplier X's proposal to executive management
D. Withdraw the award from the selected bidder and re-award the contract to Supplier X

正解：A

解説：
Rejecting Supplier X's offer (Option C) is the best course of action. Once a contract has been awarded through a formal RFP process, reopening or renegotiating after the award undermines the integrity of the procurement process and can lead to legal and ethical issues. Escalating to executive management (Option A) or withdrawing the award (Option D) could disrupt established procurement protocols and fairness. Reopening the RFP (Option B) would compromise the transparency and fairness of the initial process.
References:
* Ethical Guidelines in Supply Management
* RFP Process Best Practices

質問 # 73
A manufacturing firm needs to maintain production and prevent delays due to raw material outages and quality Issues. Which of the following is the BEST course of action for this firm to take?

A. Maintain safety stock and implement an automatic reordering process when inventory drops below a certain level
B. Add 25% to raw material purchases to ensure there is enough inventory in case of supplier delays or quality problems
C. Develop a strategic relationship with its main supplier
D. Contract with multiple suppliers rather than depend upon one supplier to provide raw materials

正解：A

解説：
To maintain production and prevent delays due to raw material outages and quality issues, the manufacturing firm should ensure a reliable supply chain strategy.
* Add 25% to raw material purchases to ensure there is enough inventory in case of supplier delays or quality problems: This increases inventory costs and may not address quality issues effectively.
* Contract with multiple suppliers rather than depend upon one supplier to provide raw materials:
Diversifying suppliers is beneficial but may complicate logistics and quality control.
* Develop a strategic relationship with its main supplier: This can enhance collaboration and reliability but does not address immediate operational needs.
* Maintain safety stock and implement an automatic reordering process when inventory drops below a certain level: This is the best course of action as it ensures that there is always enough inventory to prevent production delays and manages reorder points efficiently to maintain continuous supply.
Therefore, the best course of action is to maintain safety stock and implement an automatic reordering process when inventory drops below a certain level.
References:
* Inventory management principles.
* Supply chain risk management strategies.

質問 # 74
Why are ratios important when comparing different companies within the same industry?