CPIM-BSP practice question 17 of 25

One purpose for holding inventory in distribution centers is to:

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Answer options
A: decouple the demand for goods with the supply of goods.
B: improve customer service by locating stock near the customer. Correct answer
C: decrease damage to merchandise by shipping shorter distances.
D: absorb fluctuations in storage requirements that cannot be met at the factory.
Correct Answer:
B. improve customer service by locating stock near the customer.
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