CIPS L4M4 Exam - Topic 3 Question 29 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M4 exam

Question #: 29
Topic #: 3

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Procurement professionals should never appoint any suppliers that have a low credit rating. Is this statement TRUE?

AYes, because this rating indicates poor financial management practices

BNo, because a credit rating is only one financial tool to be used in determining financial competence

CNo, because a credit rating is not an appropriate decision-making tool

DYes, because this rating means that insolvency or liquidation is imminent

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Suggested Answer: C

The correct answer is 'no- quoting in the supplier's currency increases the risk for the buyer'. This questions comes up in a variety of formats in the exam. Remember; if the price is in your own currency (most examples in the exam are given in ) there is less risk than if the prices are quoted in a foreign currency. This is because exchange rates fluctuate; if the price is in you always know what you're paying, if it's in another currency the price can change daily depending on if the exchange rate compared to has gone up or down.

by Derrick at Jan 22, 2025, 01:18 AM

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Lino

3 months ago

Yeah, but some companies bounce back from low ratings, right?

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Eileen

3 months ago

I think it depends on the context, not a black-and-white issue.

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Robt

3 months ago

Wait, are we really saying all low-rated suppliers are bad?

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Judy

4 months ago

Not always true, credit ratings are just one piece of the puzzle.

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Nobuko

4 months ago

Definitely agree, low credit ratings can be a red flag!

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Cecil

4 months ago

I recall that a low credit rating doesn't always mean a supplier is about to go bankrupt, so I think B makes sense.

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Wayne

4 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I think saying "never" is too strong. Maybe C is the right choice since there are other factors to consider.

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Flo

4 months ago

I feel like we practiced a similar question, and I leaned towards B because credit ratings are just one part of the financial picture.

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Andree

5 months ago

I remember discussing how credit ratings can be misleading, so I think the answer might be B or C.

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Wenona

5 months ago

I'm a bit confused by this question. I'm not sure if a low credit rating is enough on its own to disqualify a supplier. There might be more to consider.

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India

5 months ago

I'm leaning towards D. If a supplier has a low credit rating, that seems like a clear sign that they're at risk of insolvency or going out of business.

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Ayesha

5 months ago

I'm pretty confident that the correct answer is B. A credit rating is just one tool, and there could be other ways to assess a supplier's financial competence.

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William

5 months ago

Hmm, this is a tricky one. I think a low credit rating could indicate financial issues, but there might be other factors to consider as well.

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Daniela

5 months ago

I'm not sure about this one. The credit rating seems like an important factor, but I'm not convinced it should be the only consideration.

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Margret

10 months ago

If my credit score was as low as my bank balance, I'd be doomed too. Glad procurement has more sophisticated tools than my wallet!

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Zana

9 months ago

C) No, because a credit rating is not an appropriate decision-making tool

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Ulysses

9 months ago

B) No, because a credit rating is only one financial tool to be used in determining financial competence

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Therese

9 months ago

A) Yes, because this rating indicates poor financial management practices

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Shawna

10 months ago

A is too simplistic. Financial management isn't black and white. B captures the nuance required for this question.

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Cyril

9 months ago

C) No, because a credit rating is not an appropriate decision-making tool

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Kerrie

10 months ago

B) No, because a credit rating is only one financial tool to be used in determining financial competence

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Fausto

10 months ago

A) Yes, because this rating indicates poor financial management practices

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Lavera

10 months ago

C is just plain wrong. Credit ratings may not be perfect, but they're a useful tool in the procurement process. B is the sensible choice here.

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Tonette

9 months ago

A) Yes, poor financial management can lead to risks in the procurement process

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Shawnda

9 months ago

B) No, credit ratings are important but not the only factor to consider

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Zoila

9 months ago

A) Yes, because this rating indicates poor financial management practices

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Deeanna

10 months ago

B) No, because a credit rating is only one financial tool to be used in determining financial competence

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Martha

10 months ago

D is tempting, but a low credit rating doesn't necessarily mean imminent insolvency. There could be other factors at play. B is the way to go.

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Lon

10 months ago

A) Yes, because this rating indicates poor financial management practices

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Vincent

10 months ago

B) No, because a credit rating is only one financial tool to be used in determining financial competence

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Belen

10 months ago

The correct answer is B. A credit rating is just one factor to consider, not the sole basis for supplier selection. You need to look at the bigger financial picture.

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