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

12 days 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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Willard

13 days 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

14 days 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

14 days 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

15 days ago

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

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Marjory

16 days ago

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

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Keith

17 days 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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Louann

17 days ago

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

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Jonelle

19 days ago

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

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Octavio

1 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

1 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

1 months ago

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

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