Question: Question 39 (3 points) Holstein Computing manufactures an inexpensive audio card (Audio Max) for assembly into several models of its microcomputers. The annual demand for

Question 39 (3 points) Holstein Computing
Question 39 (3 points) Holstein Computing
Question 39 (3 points) Holstein Computing manufactures an inexpensive audio card (Audio Max) for assembly into several models of its microcomputers. The annual demand for this part is 100,000 units. The annual inventory carrying cost is $5 per unit and the cost of preparing an order and making production setup for the order is $750. The company operates 250 days per year. The machine used to manufacture this part has a production rate of 2000 units per day. Based on your answer in previous question regarding optimal order quantity, please find out how many days a complete cycle lasts? 12.6 16.3 15.3 13.7 Hide hint for Question 39 Two ways can be used to find the answers (1) how many days can the optimal order quantity support the usage based on daily demand (2) determine how many orders needed to be placed based on the optimal order quantity. then find out every how many days one order needed to be placed, i.e., # of orders over 250 days

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