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APICS CPIM Exam - Topic 1 Question 118 Discussion

Actual exam question for APICS's CPIM exam
Question #: 118
Topic #: 1
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The formula for the planned backlog for period 1 is calculated as:

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Suggested Answer: C

by Kenneth at Nov 02, 2025, 12:30 PM

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Georgiann
16 days ago
I prefer option D. Actual numbers are more reliable.
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Elina
22 days ago
Option A seems logical to me. Previous input matters.
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Lelia
27 days ago
I feel confused about the terms used.
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Floyd
2 months ago
Surprised that D is even an option, feels wrong!
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Cecilia
2 months ago
I agree with C, it aligns with standard practices.
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Delisa
2 months ago
Wait, is it really option B? That seems off.
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Roslyn
2 months ago
I think it's option C, makes the most sense.
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Corrina
2 months ago
C) Planned backlog for period 1 = Previous backlog + planned input -- planned output. This is the way to go, no doubt about it. Unless, of course, you're a time traveler. Then the other options might make sense.
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Otis
2 months ago
D) Planned backlog for period 1 = Actual backlog + planned input -- actual output. Hmm, I'm not sure about using actual values here. Isn't this supposed to be a planned backlog?
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Margot
3 months ago
C) Planned backlog for period 1 = Previous backlog + planned input -- planned output. Yep, that's the one. Gotta love those backlog calculations!
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Mozell
3 months ago
B) Planned backlog for period 1 = Planed backlog + previous output -- planned output. Wait, why would we use previous output instead of previous input?
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Larae
3 months ago
A) Planned backlog for period 1 = Planed backlog + previous input -- planned output. Seems like the right formula to calculate the planned backlog.
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Merilyn
3 months ago
I’m leaning towards option C since it mentions previous backlog, but I can't recall if planned input is always included.
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Denise
3 months ago
I feel like I always get the planned vs. actual output mixed up. Is it B or C that uses previous output?
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Johnetta
3 months ago
I remember practicing a similar question, and I think the correct answer is A, but I could be mixing it up.
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Gail
4 months ago
I think it's option C. Makes the most sense.
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Lanie
4 months ago
C) Planned backlog for period 1 = Previous backlog + planned input -- planned output. This makes the most sense to me.
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Denny
4 months ago
Definitely not A, that one’s confusing!
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Ty
5 months ago
I think the formula should involve previous backlog, but I'm not sure if it's option C or D.
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Rebbeca
5 months ago
I've got a good strategy for this. I'll read through the question slowly, identify the key variables, and then systematically evaluate each answer choice to find the correct formula. I've got this!
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Kenneth
5 months ago
Whoa, this is a tricky one. I'm not super confident in my ability to calculate planned backlogs. I'll try to eliminate the options that don't make sense, but I may have to guess on this one.
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Svetlana
5 months ago
Okay, I remember going over these backlog formulas in class. I think option C is the right one, but I'll double-check my notes just to be sure.
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Kizzy
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The different variables like "planned" and "actual" are throwing me off. I'll need to think through each option carefully to make sure I understand what's being asked.
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Carrol
6 months ago
This looks like a straightforward backlog calculation question. I think I've got a good handle on this concept, so I'll carefully read through the options and select the correct one.
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Junita
24 hours ago
I agree with Jutta. A seems the most straightforward.
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Jutta
6 days ago
I’m not sure about B. I feel like A is clearer.
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Merilyn
11 days ago
I’m leaning towards option C. It makes sense to include previous backlog.
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Tawna
4 months ago
I think it's option A. Seems logical.
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Paola
4 months ago
Option B looks good to me. What do you think?
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