CIPS L6M10 Exam - Topic 2 Question 12 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L6M10 exam

Question #: 12
Topic #: 2

James is a supply chain manager for ABC furniture manufacturing company. He is considering implementing reverse logistics practices to reduce waste and costs. Based on the scenario, which statement is most accurate?

AReverse logistics programs are unnecessary for furniture manufacturers.

BReverse logistics is mainly focused on increasing waste and costs.

CReverse logistics is viewed as a cost center requiring cost control and waste reduction.

DFurniture manufacturers do not consider environmental impacts.

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Suggested Answer: C

Reverse logistics is often treated as a cost center, necessitating cost management and efficiency. [P-142]

by Krissy at Jul 05, 2025, 07:15 PM

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Jerry

2 months ago

A is totally wrong, reverse logistics is super useful!

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Lorean

2 months ago

Wait, are furniture manufacturers really ignoring the environment?

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Lizette

3 months ago

C seems spot on, waste reduction is key.

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Twana

3 months ago

I disagree, environmental impacts are important for all manufacturers.

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Penney

3 months ago

Reverse logistics can really cut costs!

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Jestine

3 months ago

I don't recall any examples of furniture manufacturers ignoring environmental impacts, so option D seems unlikely to be true.

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Elbert

4 months ago

I think I saw a practice question that mentioned reverse logistics being a cost center, which makes me lean towards option C as well.

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Solange

4 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like option A is too dismissive of the potential benefits for furniture manufacturers.

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Bernardine

4 months ago

I remember discussing how reverse logistics can actually help reduce costs, so I think option C makes sense.

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Gabriele

4 months ago

I'm confident I can tackle this. Reverse logistics is all about sustainability and environmental responsibility, which is super important for any modern manufacturing business. I'll select the answer that best highlights those benefits.

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Kyoko

4 months ago

Okay, I think I've got this. Reverse logistics is about managing the flow of goods and materials back from the customer, which can help furniture manufacturers cut down on waste and save money. Option C seems to capture that idea best.

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Stefany

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I need to make sure I understand what reverse logistics entails and how it relates to reducing waste and costs for a furniture company.

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Sherman

5 months ago

This seems like a straightforward question about reverse logistics. I'll focus on understanding the key concepts and how they apply to the furniture manufacturing industry.

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Fidelia

6 months ago

I'm just glad they didn't include an option saying reverse logistics is for turning furniture into boomerangs. That would be a real head-scratcher!

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Lyndia

5 months ago

User 2: Yeah, that makes sense. It's important to manage costs and reduce waste in the supply chain.

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Adelle

5 months ago

User 1: I think C) Reverse logistics is viewed as a cost center requiring cost control and waste reduction.

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Suzi

6 months ago

I guess the folks who wrote this question have never heard of the 3 R's: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. Reverse logistics is key for that, so C is the way to go.

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Malcom

6 months ago

I'm surprised option D is even an option. Of course furniture manufacturers consider their environmental impact these days. It's practically mandatory in the industry.

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Melina

5 months ago

User1: I agree, option D seems outdated. Environmental impact is a big concern now.

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Alonzo

7 months ago

That's a good point, but I still think C) is the best option considering the scenario.

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Valentin

7 months ago

But what about D)? Don't furniture manufacturers care about the environment?

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Dorthy

7 months ago

Wow, this is a no-brainer! C is clearly the most accurate statement. Reverse logistics is all about controlling costs and reducing waste, especially for manufacturers like ABC furniture.

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Toshia

7 months ago

Absolutely, implementing reverse logistics can help ABC furniture manufacturing company improve their sustainability efforts and reduce unnecessary costs.

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