CSCP Free Practice Test

- (Topic 3)
Which of the following types of raw materials would be most appropriate to source via an Internet-based trading exchange?

1. A. Expensive material that is critical to the finished good
2. B. Expensive material for which there are several substitutes
3. C. Inexpensive material that is critical to the finished good
4. D. Inexpensive material for which there are many sources

Correct Answer: :D

- (Topic 3)
The primary focus of lean manufacturing is:

1. A. eliminating activities that do not add value.
2. B. reducing inventory levels.
3. C. optimizing production activities.
4. D. maximizing the output of constraints.

Correct Answer: A

- (Topic 3)
A company has adequate average available capacity but does not maintain surge capacity. With a distribution route to manage, which of the following actions will provide the most capacity relief?

1. A. Increasing order-fulfillment lead times
2. B. Implementing allocation
3. C. Increasing prices with a 30-day effective date
4. D. Increasing product queue times

Correct Answer: A

- (Topic 3)
The most common method for coping with demand variability in the manufacture of products with a lengthy cycle time is to have:

1. A. higher raw material inventory.
2. B. higher finished-goods inventory.
3. C. lower finished-goods inventory.
4. D. lower raw material inventory.

Correct Answer: B

- (Topic 2)
Distribution from which of the following types of sites enables goods to enter a country, undergo further modification, and then be exported without paying customs duties?

1. A. Public warehouse
2. B. Value-added territory
3. C. Free trade zone
4. D. Customs clearing house

Correct Answer: C