630-007 Dumps 630-007 Braindumps 630-007 Real Questions 630-007 Practice Test 630-007 Actual Questions ISM 630-007 C.P.M. Module 3: Value Enhancement Strategies https://killexams.com/pass4sure/exam-detail/630-007 Answer: B QUESTION: 184 A consequence of the Taft-Hartley Act is that it ___? A. Allows Congress to establish minimum hourly rates for certain workers B. Enables the Department of Labor to establish minimum hourly rates for certain workers C. Allows the President to intervene in labor disputes D. Enables the Department of Health and Human Services to establish health and safety standards in certain industries Answer: C QUESTION: 185 What would be the break-even level of volume between Machine A and Machine B where Machine A costs $750 to set up each time it is used, and the unit costs of operation are $5 per unit. Whereas Machine B has $1,000 set-up costs, and its operation are $3.80 per unit. variable costs of A. 113.6 B. 208.3 C. 210.0 D. 225.4 Answer: B QUESTION: 186 Which type of supplier would be LEAST critical to develop into a JIT supplier? A. A key technology supplier B. A process-intensive supplier C. A supplier of a commodity D. A long lead time supplier Answer: C QUESTION: 187 What is the term used to refer to the practice of replacing both the salesperson and 55 the buyer by locating the supplier's employee within the purchaser's facility? A. Supplier partnering B. Strategic alliance C. JIT II D. Supply chain management Answer: C QUESTION: 188 Which of the following types of Fixed Order Quantity models refers to the consideration of tradeoffs between the carrying and ordering costs, assuming constant costs? A. Economic Order Quantity with Price Discounts B. Economic Order Quantity with Uncertain Demand C. Economic Order Quantity D. Non-Instantaneous Replenishment Economic Order Quantity Answer: C QUESTION: 189 What does the term "avoidance of risk" refer to in commodity trading? A. shorting B. hedging C. spot buying D. margin buying Answer: B QUESTION: 190 Which of the following strategies would be the MOST cost effective to follow in an effort to reduce the cost impact of obsolete retail inventory? A. introduce a new product B. revise the specifications C. scrap the stock 56 D. conduct special sales promotions Answer: D QUESTION: 191 Which of the following represents a major benefit of JIT II to the supplier? A. an ongoing relationship B. a decrease in administrative costs C. a reduction in material costs D. the creation of supply standards Answer: A QUESTION: 192 Which of the following would represent the BEST strategy to follow in an effort to hold costs relatively constant in the short run in a case where a clothing manufacturer learns that world climatological conditions will cause the prices of certain natural fibers to rise? A. Increasing retail prices of their products B. Reducing the level of output C. Employing forward buying techniques D. Automating production of their products Answer: C QUESTION: 193 At which of the following stages of a value analysis study would you typically find determination and comparison of suitability? A. Information B. Analysis C. Collection D. Action Answer: B QUESTION: 194 57 Which of the following is a MOST likely consequence of early purchasing involvement (EPI) during the capital acquisition process? A. providing data of requirements to suppliers in advance B. shortening the acquisition process C. increasing the chances of developing a quality product D. reduction of the cycle time Answer: B QUESTION: 195 Which of the following is NOT permitted within brainstorming? A. creativity B. equal opportunity for all participants C. use of cross-functional teams D. value judgments Answer: D QUESTION: 196 In which type of cost reduction will simplification lead to increased savings? A. transportation B. inventory C. materials shortages D. obsolescence Answer: B QUESTION: 197 In a forward buying scenario the average price paid on the cycle's upswing should be _____? A. less than the cash price for futures B. less than the contract C. less than the market price during that period D. the average of the market during that period 58 Answer: C QUESTION: 198 When considering a cost reduction program the PRIMARY objective is to obtain products and services ___? A. without defects B. at reduced lead times C. at a lower price D. at better value Answer: D QUESTION: 199 Which of the following does NOT represent a reason for expending considerable attention to disposal activities? A. They lead to reduced inventory levels. B. They result from shortened product life. C. They contribute to standardization programs D. They free up valuable space. Answer: D QUESTION: 200 Where would international trade merchandise and services manifest an undervalued U.S. dollar the most? A. decreased foreign travel to the United States B. economic weakening of U.S. trading partners C. increased foreign sales by U.S. manufacturers D. increased the purchase of foreign goods and services by Americans Answer: C QUESTION: 201 What is the logical consequence of falling prices in the case where demand in a 59 market is inelastic? A. Total demand will increase. B. Total revenue will decrease. C. Total output will increase D. Total revenue will increase. 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