CIPS Exam L4M7 Topic 1 Question 55 Discussion

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Buffer stock is a level of stock which ...

Ais when the physical ordering process should start to replenish used items

Bis half of the actual stock that needs to be in the warehouse

Cis the maximum stock in inventory

Dis the minimum stock level below which actual stock should not fall

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Suggested Answer: D

Buffer stock serves as a safety net to prevent stockouts by ensuring that a minimum stock level is always maintained. This strategy is essential in whole-life asset management to manage demand fluctuations and minimize the risk of supply chain disruptions.

by Rozella at Mar 09, 2025, 05:21 PM

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Felicitas

5 months ago

You know, this whole buffer stock thing reminds me of my fridge at home. I always have a secret stash of snacks as my 'buffer stock' just in case.

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Kanisha

4 months ago

It's always good to have a backup plan, just like with buffer stock.

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Ashton

4 months ago

D) is the minimum stock level below which actual stock should not fall

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Anisha

4 months ago

That's a good analogy! I always keep extra snacks too.

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Franchesca

4 months ago

A) is when the physical ordering process should start to replenish used items

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Willard

5 months ago

Haha, option B? Really? That's like saying the buffer stock is half of the actual stock. Who comes up with these answers?

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Louann

5 months ago

So, buffer stock is both a safety net for low stock levels and a cap for excessive stock. Makes sense.

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Mirta

5 months ago

Come on, it's clearly Option C. The buffer stock is the maximum stock level in the inventory. Anything else is just plain wrong.

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Jonelle

5 months ago

I see your point, Marjory. Buffer stock can also help in managing demand fluctuations.

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Marjory

5 months ago

But isn't buffer stock also the maximum stock in inventory to prevent overstocking?

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Keith

5 months ago

I think Option A makes the most sense. The buffer stock is the level that triggers the physical ordering process to replenish used items.

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Joseph

4 months ago

I also believe Option A is the best choice. It helps maintain inventory levels.

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Kristeen

4 months ago

I think Option D is more accurate. It's the minimum level to avoid stockouts.

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Tiffiny

4 months ago

I agree, Option A is correct. It signals when to reorder items.

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Louann

5 months ago

I agree with Jonelle, having a buffer stock ensures we don't run out of inventory.

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Jonelle

5 months ago

I think buffer stock is the minimum stock level below which actual stock should not fall.

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Octavio

6 months ago

Option D seems correct to me. The buffer stock is the minimum level below which the actual stock should not fall.

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Chandra

6 months ago

Yes, having a buffer stock helps to ensure that we can meet customer demand even during unexpected fluctuations in demand.

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Allene

6 months ago

I think option D is correct too. The buffer stock is important to prevent stockouts.

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