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APICS CPIM-BSP Exam - Topic 1 Question 72 Discussion

Actual exam question for APICS's CPIM-BSP exam
Question #: 72
Topic #: 1
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What is the long-term effect of reducing the number of distribution centers between a manufacturer and its customers?

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Suggested Answer: B

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Henriette
3 months ago
Just a reminder, total stock might actually decrease with fewer centers.
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Cheryll
3 months ago
I think B is misleading, costs can drop in both areas.
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Chauncey
4 months ago
Wait, are we sure about that? Sounds too good to be true.
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Jina
4 months ago
Totally agree, D seems like the right choice!
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Belen
4 months ago
Fewer distribution centers usually means lower transport costs overall.
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Sherrell
4 months ago
I vaguely remember something about total stock levels increasing with fewer centers, but that doesn't seem to fit with the transport cost options.
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An
4 months ago
I feel like the answer has to be about transport costs decreasing, but I can't decide if it's just from the factory to the centers or also to customers.
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Chan
5 months ago
I remember a practice question where we discussed how fewer distribution centers could lead to increased efficiency, but I can't recall if that means costs go down everywhere.
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Bronwyn
5 months ago
I think reducing distribution centers might lower transport costs overall, but I'm not sure if it affects both legs of the journey.
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Franklyn
5 months ago
Ah, this is a tricky one. I'll need to review my notes on SIP URI dialing to make sure I choose the right option.
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Annamae
5 months ago
This looks like a tricky networking question. I'll need to carefully review the scenario and exhibit to understand the issue with the dynamic tunnels.
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Jin
5 months ago
Wait, I'm confused about the amortization of intangible assets. I'll have to double-check that.
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