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Refer to the original data given in Exercise III–5 for Fiber Technology, Inc. The lead tim...

Refer to the original data given in Exercise III–5 for Fiber Technology, Inc. The lead time required to receive an order of XL-20 is one month.

Required:

1. Assuming stable usage of XL-20 each month, determine the reorder point for XL-20.

2. Draw a graph showing the usage, lead time, and reorder point for XL-20.

3. Suppose that monthly usage of XL-20 fluctuates between 300 and 500 canisters, although annual demand remains constant at 4,800 canisters. What level of safety stock should the materials and parts manager keep on hand for XL-20? What is the new reorder point for the chemical?

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