I need an explanation and understanding on the following:

(Operation Management \ Dependent vs. Independent Demand)

Big Town Dairy produces 15,000 gallons of ice cream each week. They produce their own milk, milk fat, and milk protein/whey supply. They purchase sugar, all flavoring or additives, and packaging from other vendors.

Respond to the following:

1. Choose any flavor of ice cream - identify which flavor you chose.
2. Break down the product (don't forget the packaging) - what do you need to produce a complete product?
3. Identify the dependent and independent demand items. Explain your rationale for each variable (why is it independent or dependent?).
4. What other products could have a dependent demand relationship to ice cream?

References:Outside academic references may be used as long as they are properly cited.