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CIPS Exam L6M9 Topic 2 Question 7 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L6M9 exam
Question #: 7
Topic #: 2
[All L6M9 Questions]

Which of the following is a difference between a supply chain and a supply network? Select ALL that apply.

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Suggested Answer: B, C, D

A supply chain is a simple, linear system where products move from A B C.

A supply network is multi-layered, with horizontal and vertical connections, making it more complex.

Dimension difference (B): Supply networks have larger dimensions, with multiple supply channels and flows.

Complexity (C): A supply network is more intricate than a single supply chain.

Number of players (D): Supply networks involve more entities than a simple supply chain.

Profit made (A) is incorrect, as both supply chains and supply networks can be profitable.

Location of players (E) is incorrect, as both supply chains and networks can be local or global.

(LO 1.1, See p.8)


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Dorian
2 months ago
Wait, is this exam on supply chain management or a treasure hunt? I'm seeing a lot of 'players' involved!
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Cruz
7 days ago
E) Location of the players
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Pamella
9 days ago
D) Number of players involved
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Azalee
20 days ago
B) Dimension difference
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Erick
1 months ago
A) Profit made
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Buck
2 months ago
Profit made? Nah, that's not really a difference. Guess I'll just go with C and D as the best options.
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Chauncey
2 months ago
Location of the players? That's a good one. Gotta consider the global scope of a supply network compared to a local chain.
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Izetta
2 months ago
Well, the number of players involved is a pretty obvious one. A network just has more moving parts, you know?
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Trinidad
2 months ago
I think both the number of players and the location of the players play a role in differentiating between a supply chain and a supply network.
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Ardella
2 months ago
I believe the location of the players is also a distinguishing factor.
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Precious
2 months ago
I agree with Yuonne, the number of players is definitely a key difference.
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Yuonne
2 months ago
I think the difference is in the number of players involved.
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Lawrence
3 months ago
Hmm, I think the key difference is the complexity. A supply network is definitely more intricate than a simple supply chain.
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Jospeh
1 months ago
D) Number of players involved
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Shawnda
1 months ago
C) Complexity
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Dean
1 months ago
A) Profit made
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