APICS Exam CPIM-MPR Topic 3 Question 101 Discussion

Actual exam question for APICS's CPIM-MPR exam

Question #: 101
Topic #: 3

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Which of the following actions would most likely lead to an achievable master production schedule?

AMinimizing changes in periods before the demand time fence

BKeeping safety stock for key subassemblies

CLimiting changes in periods after the planning time fence

DCommitting to customer requested shipment dates

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Suggested Answer: A

by Louisa at Sep 16, 2024, 04:30 PM

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Lashonda

3 months ago

I bet the answer is B. You can never have too much safety stock. It's like a security blanket for your production schedule.

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Roosevelt

2 months ago

User 3: I agree with Roosevelt, A seems like the best option for a achievable master production schedule.

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Nichelle

2 months ago

User 2: I disagree, I believe the answer is A. Minimizing changes is crucial for a stable schedule.

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Rozella

3 months ago

I think the answer is D. Customer satisfaction is key.

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Charlie

3 months ago

Minimizing changes before the demand time fence? Sounds like a recipe for disaster. Where's the flexibility?

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Art

2 months ago

C) Limiting changes in periods after the planning time fence

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Jaclyn

3 months ago

B) Keeping safety stock for key subassemblies

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Chau

3 months ago

A) Minimizing changes in periods before the demand time fence

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Tonette

4 months ago

I believe committing to customer requested shipment dates is crucial for a achievable master production schedule.

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Shad

4 months ago

Committing to customer requested shipment dates? That's a bold move, Cotton. Let's see if it pays off.

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Antione

4 months ago

Keeping safety stock for key subassemblies sounds like a smart move to me. That way you're prepared for any last-minute changes.

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Sol

3 months ago

D) Committing to customer requested shipment dates

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Beckie

3 months ago

C) Limiting changes in periods after the planning time fence

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Tran

3 months ago

B) Keeping safety stock for key subassemblies

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Rikki

3 months ago

A) Minimizing changes in periods before the demand time fence

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Abraham

4 months ago

I agree with Lenora, keeping safety stock for key subassemblies can also help in achieving the master production schedule.

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Lenora

4 months ago

I think minimizing changes before the demand time fence is important for a achievable master production schedule.

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Catarina

4 months ago

I think limiting changes after the planning time fence is the way to go. Stability is key for a master production schedule.

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Janessa

4 months ago

Committing to customer requested shipment dates can also help in achieving an achievable master production schedule.

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Kathryn

4 months ago

I agree, stability is crucial for a master production schedule.

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