Just-in-time production and inventory control can result in:
A. excess inventories that mess up production schedules.
B. a fall in inventories and an increase in efficiency.
C. a lack of coordination between suppliers and retailers.
D. decreased risk bearing on the part of retailers.
Answer: B
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A) accept a deposit. B) lend excess reserves to a borrower. C) receive monthly payments on their loans. D) receive interest on existing loans.
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A) less than 5%. B) greater than 5%. C) greater than 2%. D) less than 2%. E) less than 1%.