SCMN TEST 1 Exam Questions With
Correct Answers A+
The Episode 1 Supply Chain in Action video, focuses on what product?
Apple iPhones
Starbucks Coffee
Dell Computers
McDonald's French Fries - Answer✔McDonald's French Fries
Which of the following is NOT a primary SCM process?
Logistics
Procurement
Manufacturing
Marketing - Answer✔Marketing
According to the second Episode 1 reading, the Gartner Top 25 ratings are based on six criteria.
Which of these is NOT one of those criteria?
Inventory turns
Total supply chain cost
Corporate social responsibility score
Peer opinions - Answer✔Total supply chain cost
Supply chain management simply focuses on moving and storing products. You don't have to
worry about strategy, people issues, or information.
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True
False - Answer✔False
According to the first Episode 1 reading, what benefit is achieved by supply chain integration?
Greater equipment utilization
Greater demand planning accuracy
Faster inventory turnover
Rationalized product handling - Answer✔Greater demand planning accuracy
According to the first Episode 1 reading, what benefit will be created if a supply chain reduces
its inventory investment?
Reduced fixed costs
Reduced lost sales
Reduced variable costs
Increased revenue - Answer✔Reduced fixed costs
A properly designed supply chain network will balance cost efficiency with customer service.
True or False - Answer✔True
What is the primary benefit of a direct shipping strategy?
Reduces transportation costs