The ________ method of inventory control is the least effective for ensuring accuracy and reliability and often leads to stockouts

Mandatory recycling laws have boosted the recycling industry and launched dozens of new companies making new products from recycled materials. Which of the following most closely resembles this situation?

A) Government makes reforestation mandatory for lumbering firms leading to a rise in timber production. B) Government restricts industries from purchasing farmland thereby increasing agricultural produce. C) Government subsidizes export of beef to promote production of beef cattle. D) Government pollution control norms increase the production of pollution control equipment. E) Government restricts unfair trade practices to promote international trade.

What is the purpose of profitability control, and how do marketers use it?

What will be an ideal response?