OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT IN SUPPLY CHAIN
7th Edition
ISBN: 9781264093069
Author: SCHROEDER
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 17, Problem 1P
a)
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To determine: The profit-leverage effect of purchasing in this company.
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The profit-leverage effect would reduce the inventory cost, which would improve the profit of the firm. When the purchase cost reduces, the profit and sales would increase equally.
b)
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To determine: The increase in earnings from 8% savings in purchase.
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The profit-leverage effect would reduce the inventory cost, which would improve the profit of the firm. When the purchase cost reduces, the profit and sales would increase equally.
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