CSCP Free Practice Test

- (Topic 3)
Qualitative forecasting methods are most appropriate for projecting demand for:

1. A. commodity products.
2. B. families of products.
3. C. breakthrough products.
4. D. raw materials.

Correct Answer: C

- (Topic 2)
A company that sells direct to industrial and commercial businesses has become successful by being responsive to the needs of its customers. The company currently produces in each country all of the products it sells in that country. Several countries in which the company operates have negotiated an agreement to establish a trading bloc. Which of the following actions by the company would be most appropriate if the agreement is implemented?

1. A. Consolidate production outside the trading bloc to reduce total costs.
2. B. Consolidate production within the trading bloc to reduce tariffs paid.
3. C. Outsource the production of products with low sales volumes to reallocate capacity.
4. D. Reassign products so that each is produced in a single facility within the trading bloc to get economies of scale.

Correct Answer: D

- (Topic 1)
Which of the following organizational design choices is an example of vertical integration?

1. A. Contracting with a third-party logistics provider
2. B. Producing components used internally
3. C. Externally staffing a customer service center
4. D. Awarding a one-time trade show contract

Correct Answer: B

- (Topic 3)
Which of the following variables is the most appropriate customer-facing goal used to determine the target inventory level?

1. A. Inventory turns
2. B. Level of service
3. C. Total delivery cost
4. D. Delivery lead time

Correct Answer: B

- (Topic 3)
What benefit does Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology provide for a high- volume, low-cost manufacturer?

1. A. Reduces store thefts
2. B. Eliminates the effects of bullwhip
3. C. Eliminates stock out at store level
4. D. Reduces number of touch points in pallet handling

Correct Answer: D