CIPS L3M2 Exam - Topic 1 Question 32 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L3M2 exam

Question #: 32
Topic #: 1

Individuals, units, teams, groups or organisations that have an influence over procurement, or which are affected by procurement operations, can be called:

ACustomers

BStakeholders

CShareholders

DWholesalers

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Suggested Answer: B

The others may be stakeholders, but the answer is 'stakeholders' - those who have a legitimate inter-est in what is going on.

by Lezlie at Mar 19, 2025, 05:48 PM

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Cyndy

8 months ago

Really? I didn't think it was that straightforward.

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Helga

9 months ago

I thought wholesalers had more influence.

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Layla

9 months ago

100% agree, it's all about the stakeholders.

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Carmela

9 months ago

Wait, aren't shareholders also involved?

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Blondell

9 months ago

Definitely stakeholders!

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Derick

9 months ago

I recall a practice question where we discussed the roles of different groups in procurement. I think B is the best choice, but I'm a bit uncertain.

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Meaghan

10 months ago

I feel like we covered this in class. Stakeholders definitely sounds right, but I can't shake the feeling that shareholders might also be relevant.

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Yong

10 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about customers being involved in procurement too. Could it be A?

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Thea

10 months ago

I think the answer might be B, stakeholders. We talked about how they can influence procurement decisions.

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Evelynn

10 months ago

The key here is that the question is asking about who has influence over or is affected by procurement operations. Based on that, I'm confident that B, stakeholders, is the correct answer.

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King

11 months ago

I'm a bit confused by the wording of this question. Are there any other options I should be considering besides just stakeholders? I want to make sure I fully understand before answering.

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Alishia

11 months ago

Okay, let me break this down. Stakeholders are individuals or groups that are affected by or have an influence over a process, which matches the description here. I'm feeling good about selecting B.

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Sol

11 months ago

Hmm, I'm a little unsure about this one. I know stakeholders are involved in procurement, but I'm not 100% confident that's the only right answer. I'll have to think it through carefully.

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Colette

11 months ago

This one seems pretty straightforward. I'm pretty sure the answer is B - Stakeholders.

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Bonita

1 year ago

Wholesalers? What is this, a wholesale question? B. Stakeholders, hands down.

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Antonio

1 year ago

Shareholders may have a say, but stakeholders are the ones to focus on.

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Mitzie

1 year ago

Customers also play a role, but stakeholders have more influence.

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Susana

1 year ago

I agree, they have a significant impact on the process.

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Gabriele

1 year ago

Stakeholders are definitely the key players in procurement.

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Gracia

1 year ago

I agree, they have a significant impact on the process.

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Felix

1 year ago

Stakeholders are definitely the key players in procurement.

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Laurene

1 year ago

Shareholders? Really? I thought this was about procurement, not the stock market. B. Stakeholders is the way to go.

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Kimbery

1 year ago

Actually, stakeholders include customers, suppliers, employees, and more. So, the answer is definitely B) Stakeholders.

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Dorothy

1 year ago

I'm not sure, but I think it's A) Customers because they are the ones who buy the products.

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Justine

1 year ago

Definitely B. Stakeholders. Those guys are the real puppet masters of procurement!

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Shawn

1 year ago

Absolutely, their input and support can make a huge difference in the success of a procurement operation.

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Stevie

1 year ago

It's important to keep them happy and informed throughout the process.

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Lera

1 year ago

They can make or break a procurement process for sure.

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Shenika

1 year ago

I agree, stakeholders definitely hold a lot of power in procurement.

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Vallie

1 year ago

Hmm, tricky one. I'm gonna go with B. Stakeholders. Sounds right to me.

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Gilbert

1 year ago

I agree with Shasta, stakeholders are the ones who have an influence over procurement.

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Bette

1 year ago

I'd say B. Stakeholders. Isn't that the textbook answer?

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Thaddeus

1 year ago

Stakeholders, of course! They have a direct impact on procurement activities.

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Kami

1 year ago

It's important to consider the needs and interests of stakeholders in procurement planning.

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Brande

1 year ago

Yes, they can greatly influence the outcome of procurement processes.

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Deane

1 year ago

Stakeholders play a crucial role in procurement decisions.

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Shasta

1 year ago

I think the answer is B) Stakeholders.

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