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APICS Exam CSCP Topic 1 Question 70 Discussion

Actual exam question for APICS's CSCP exam
Question #: 70
Topic #: 1
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Which of the following factors is the key determinant of safety stock for finished goods?

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Suggested Answer: B

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Lourdes
2 days ago
But what about A) Forecast variance? Doesn't that also play a role in determining safety stock?
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Kristeen
4 days ago
I agree with Ria, because the desired service level directly impacts the safety stock.
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Kris
6 days ago
C) Standard deviation seems like the obvious choice here. I mean, the higher the variability in demand, the more safety stock you'll need to keep things running smoothly.
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Ria
12 days ago
I think the key determinant is D) Desired service level.
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